“Is it possible for one man to shake an empire?” – That’s the fiery question Kesari Chapter 2 throws at you. And trust us, Akshay Kumar isn’t here to play safe!
After the massive success of Kesari, the buzz around Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh is at an all-time high — and with good reason. This courtroom drama dives deep into the story of Sir C. Sankaran Nair, the man who dared to take on the British Raj after the horrifying Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Yes, it's not just another patriotic film — it’s a gripping war of words, law, and guts.
The film stars Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, and is already grabbing headlines with early reviews, a Delhi premiere packed with VIPs, and advance bookings crossing Rs 1 crore before release!
So, what makes this film a must-watch? Who’s praising it, and who’s calling it a flop? Let’s break down everything you need to know about Kesari Chapter 2 — from bookings to brutal reviews and everything in between. Ready? Let’s dive in!
Kesari Chapter 2 Advance Booking
Kesari Chapter 2 is ready to be released in theaters on Friday, April 18. Helmed by Karan Singh Tyagi, the highly awaited courtroom drama stars Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, and R Madhavan in key roles.
Prior to its major release, film enthusiasts are eagerly reserving their seats in theaters via advance ticket purchases. Reports suggested that Kesari Chapter 2 has sold 24,935 tickets from 3,503 shows and generated Rs 82.85 lakh in advance ticket sales. With blocked seats taken into account, the overall advance booking revenue amounts to Rs 1.86 crore.
Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 Screening
On Tuesday, the creators of Kesari Chapter 2 unveiled the red carpet for an extravagant premiere in Delhi. The exclusive screening, hosted at a theater in Chanakyapuri, saw the attendance of numerous notable political figures and dignitaries. Akshay Kumar and R Madhavan personally greeted the honored guests at the private event.
Prior to the exclusive screening, Akshay Kumar spoke to the audience and asked them to avoid using their phones throughout the film.
The movie helmed by Anurag Singh illustrated the heroic occurrences of the Battle of Saragarhi, in which 21 Sikh soldiers from the 36th Sikh Regiment of the British Indian Army gallantly fought against 10,000 Afridi and Orakzai Pashtun tribespeople in 1897.
Kesari Chapter 2 Twitter Reviews
Many of the early responses are highly complimentary towards Akshay Kumar. A tweet posted by a politician and lawyer who viewed the film states, "Attending the screening of #KesariChapter2, I’m halfway into the movie and I didn’t even blink during the first half!" UNBELIEVABLE! Take a bow, @akshaykumar. Your best yet!
Watching the screening of #KesariChapter2, half way though the movie and I didn’t even blink in the first half!
— Charu Pragya🇮🇳 (@CharuPragya) April 15, 2025
INCREDIBLE!
Take a bow @akshaykumar. Your finest yet!
Thank you @HardeepSPuri Sir for organising this.@ActorMadhavan @ananyapandayy @neelkantbakshi @kesari2 pic.twitter.com/hjyA4RSHob
Another spectator lauded the performances of both Akshay and R Madhavan. Posting on X, they stated, “We’ve all learned about Jallianwala Bagh in our history books, but nothing can prepare you for the reality I experienced today at the exclusive screening of #Kesari2." I lack the words to express how profoundly touched I am. This is material that merits a National Award. Outstanding performances by @akshaykumar and @ActorMadhavan. "Make sure you catch it."
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In a critique of the movie, a commentator expressed, “Initial Review #Kesari2: Same old story in a new package! #AkshayKumar is thoroughly miscast! His performance was average. #RMadhavan performs effectively. Exclusively a movie designed for upscale multiplexes. Subpar production quality, script, and direction. Dharma Productions is a failure now."
First Review #Kesari2 :
— Umair Sandhu (@UmairSandu) April 14, 2025
Old wine in a new bottle ! #AkshayKumar is totally miscast! Mediocre performance by him. #RMadhavan acts well. Strictly film made for High Class multiplexes. Below average production values, Screenplay & Direction. Dharma production is FLOP now.
2⭐️/5⭐️ pic.twitter.com/CfnUhtRSYy
Simultaneously, Rana Daggubati went on X to tweet, “Just viewed an amazing historical courtroom drama — Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh. A striking, significant movie that resonates strongly and remains profound within the Indian in you. This is a narrative that merits being viewed in various languages. We @SureshProdns will make every effort to deliver this cinematic treasure to Telugu viewers in the finest manner in theaters. An essential viewing.
Just watched an incredible historical courtroom drama — Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh.
— Rana Daggubati (@RanaDaggubati) April 12, 2025
A powerful, important film that stands tall and stays deep with the Indian in you.
This is storytelling that deserves to be seen across languages.
We @SureshProdns… pic.twitter.com/Kxj5CHqNjL
R. Madhavan & Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 Story
Akshay Kumar's movie Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh is based on a book 'The Case That Shook The Empire' by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. It describes the story of Sir C. Sankaran Nair, a prominent barrister who sought to uncover the truth about the Jallianwala Bagh. The story centers on 'the startling concealment of a massacre that compelled India’s leading lawyer to engage in an extraordinary legal struggle against the British Empire.' The trailer hints at a gripping courtroom clash between Nair (Akshay Kumar) and British attorney Neville McKinley (R Madhavan).
Kesari Chapter 2 isn’t just a film — it’s a bold retelling of a forgotten fight for justice. Whether you're a history buff or a courtroom drama fan, this one's worth watching!
New Movie Kesari Chapter 2 Cast
In Chapter 2 of Kesari, the narrative changes direction while upholding the themes of bravery and selflessness. The impressive lineup for Kesari Chapter 2 features Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, and R. Madhavan in leading roles. The movie additionally includes Regina Cassandra, Simon Paisley Day, and Alexx O'Nell in key roles.
Chapter 2 of Kesari has been collaboratively produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Aruna Bhatia, Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Amritpal Singh Bindra, and Anand Tiwari.
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