'Jailer 2' controversy: Mohanlal’s body double says only his hands and legs were used; 'My face has not been shown anywhere in the film'
Joby Kodakara, Mohanlal's body double in 'Jailer 2', has clarified that only his hands and legs were used for brief driving and airport scenes, firmly denying online rumors that his face appeared in the film's climax. The controversy arose after he shared behind-the-scenes costume photos on social media.
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Illustrates how social media speculation and behind-the-scenes sharing can quickly create false controversies in the entertainment industry.
Joby Kodakara, who worked as Mohanlal’s body double in Rajinikanth’s 'Jailer 2', addressed the controversy surrounding the Malayalam superstar’s appearance in the film.The mimicry artist clarified that only parts of his hands and legs were used in a few shots. He also denied claims that his face appeared in the climax. The controversy gained attention after Joby shared photographs of himself in Mohanlal’s Mathew character look from the film on its release day. Joby Kodakara clarifies his role in 'Jailer 2'In an interview with the YouTube channel 'Jango Space', Joby Kodakara explained that his contribution to 'Jailer 2' was limited to a few shots. He stressed that the film did not use his face and rejected claims that he appeared in the climax as Mohanlal’s photo double.“To be honest, only one or two shots featuring me have been used in the film.
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