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Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ screenings pulled from Canadian theatres over missing KDMs
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 07:16 AM
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The Canadian release of Rajinikanth’s sequel ‘Jailer 2’ has been halted after distributors reported that essential KDM files required for digital projection were not received.
Earlier this week, several cinema chains across Canada announced the cancellation of scheduled showings of Rajinikanth’s much‑anticipated sequel, ‘Jailer 2’. The decision came after the film’s Canadian distributor said that the Key Delivery Materials (KDMs) needed to unlock the encrypted digital copies were not delivered on time.
KDMs are security files that allow theatres to play a movie’s digital master while preventing unauthorized copying. Without these files, the encrypted content cannot be projected, forcing exhibitors to postpone or cancel screenings.
The abrupt halt has disappointed fans who had booked tickets, and the film’s production house has issued a brief statement confirming they are working with the technical team to resolve the issue and reschedule the shows.
Industry analysts note that such logistical setbacks, while rare for high‑profile releases, can affect opening‑week revenues, especially for a star‑driven film like ‘Jailer 2’. A new release schedule is expected to be announced once the missing KDMs are secured.
KDMs are security files that allow theatres to play a movie’s digital master while preventing unauthorized copying. Without these files, the encrypted content cannot be projected, forcing exhibitors to postpone or cancel screenings.
The abrupt halt has disappointed fans who had booked tickets, and the film’s production house has issued a brief statement confirming they are working with the technical team to resolve the issue and reschedule the shows.
Industry analysts note that such logistical setbacks, while rare for high‑profile releases, can affect opening‑week revenues, especially for a star‑driven film like ‘Jailer 2’. A new release schedule is expected to be announced once the missing KDMs are secured.