Akshay Kumar’s latest film, “Kesari Chapter 2,” hit theaters worldwide on April 18 and is already making waves at the box office. Industry tracker Sacnilk reports that the film raked in around ₹8.5 million in advance bookings alone. Directed by Karan Singh Tyag and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, the movie boasts an impressive cast, including R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday.
Early reviews suggest that the film is a powerful and engaging courtroom drama. Fans are already buzzing with excitement, and the movie’s anticipation has been building up. The story is based on real events, drawing inspiration from the life of C. Shankaran Nair, a barrister who courageously challenged the British Empire in court following the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919. Akshay Kumar takes on the role of Nair, while R. Madhavan portrays British lawyer Neville MacKinley.
Twitter Reacts
Fans took to Twitter to share their first impressions of the film. Here’s what some of them had to say:
A Franchise Takes Shape
In a recent press conference, Akshay Kumar confirmed that a third installment of the “Kesari” franchise is on the horizon. The new film will be based on the life of Hari Singh Nalwa, the first commander-in-chief of the Sikh Khalsa Army. This revelation has sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to see what the future holds for the franchise.
The Story Behind the Film
“Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh” is directed by Karan Singh Tyagi and produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films. The film is a sequel to Akshay’s 2019 movie “Kesari” and draws inspiration from the book “The Case That Shook the Empire” by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. With its strong cast and gripping storyline, “Kesari Chapter 2” is set to be a major player at the box office.