Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday are teaming up for “Kesari 2”, a film based on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The movie is set to hit theaters on April 18, Good Friday. It explores the courtroom drama surrounding the tragic event and sheds light on the harsh realities of the massacre.
General Dyer, a British officer, ordered his soldiers to fire on unarmed Indian civilians, including women and children, in Jallianwala Bagh on April 13, 1919. The film promises to reveal the truth behind this dark chapter in history.
Akshay Kumar Responds to General Dyer’s Great-Granddaughter
Akshay Kumar recently visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar, where he spoke to the media about the upcoming film. He said, “One day, you’ll see… after watching this film or learning more about it… the British Empire will apologize. They’ll realize what happened and what they did.”
Kumar was responding to comments made by General Dyer’s great-granddaughter, Carolyn Dyer. She claimed that the people gathered at Jallianwala Bagh were “looters” and that her great-grandfather was a respectable man who was loved by Indians.
Karan Johar Reacts to Carolyn Dyer’s Comments
Karan Johar, the film’s producer, was asked about Carolyn Dyer’s remarks. He said, “She’s living in her own world, under some delusion… her comments made my blood boil.”
The film “Kesari 2” is expected to spark a new conversation about the Jallianwala Bagh massacre and its legacy. With its powerful cast and thought-provoking storyline, it’s likely to be a significant release.