Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh is a forthcoming historical courtroom drama film in Hindi that is being produced by Cape of Good Films, Leo Media Collective, and Dharma Productions. The premise of this spiritual follow-up to Kesari (2019) is based on Raghu and Pushpa Palat’s book The Case That Shook The Empire, which revolves around C. Sankaran Nair and the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Starring in the movie are Ananya Panday, R. Madhavan, and Akshay Kumar.
Story of Kesari 2
The patriotic tone from the first Kesari movie is carried over into Kesari Chapter 2. The Battle of Saragarhi served as the inspiration for the first film, while Kesari 2 skips ahead in time and concentrates on a different, lesser-known period of Indian history. The life and sacrifices of Sankaran Nair, a lesser-known but significant individual during British administration, are at the heart of the narrative.
The video honors several unsung heroes and documents poignant moments from the independence movement. Akshay Kumar revealed that no glycerine was used during a particularly moving sequence since the set was flooded with genuine tears. This demonstrates the story’s and the performance’s power.
Kesari Chapter 2 Release Date
On April 18, 2025, Kesari 2 will be launched in theaters throughout India. The movie will be accessible in several languages, including Hindi and regionally dubbed versions. By April 15, 2025, reservations should be available. From morning performances onward, show timings will adhere to standard theater timetables.
Cast
- Amit Sial
- Vishak Nair
- Manoj Pahwa
- Masaba Gupta
- Ananya Panday as Dilreet Gill
- Alexx O’Nell as Lord Chelmsford
- Steven Hartley as Judge McArdie
- Akshay Kumar as Adv. Sankaran Nair
- R. Madhavan as Adv. Neville McKinley
- Simon Paisley Day as General Reginald Dyer
- Regina Cassandra as Palat Kunhimalu Amma, Sankaran Nair’s wife
Where to Watch Kesari 2?
Beginning on April 18, 2025, Kesari 2 will be shown in theaters. After a few months of its theatrical run, it is anticipated to be made available on well-known OTT platforms. After assessing box office performance, the producers will probably reveal the streaming service.
Budget
Although the actors’ pay has not yet been made public, the film’s anticipated production budget of 200 crores has been made public.
Special Moments During Promotion
Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday went to Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar on Baisakhi to honor the martyrs with flowers. The crew experienced a lot of emotions throughout their visit. According to Akshay, a specific song in the film brought the entire set to tears. Before the premiere of the movie, the crew had also gone to the Golden Temple to receive blessings.
Ministers Hardeep Singh Puri, Rekha Gupta, and others attended a special screening of Kesari 2 in Delhi to show their appreciation for the movie. They described it as a lovely homage to India’s heritage and liberation heroes. Rekha Gupta stated, “We may never get a chance to die for our country, but we can surely live for it.”
Production
Amritpal Singh Bindra, Akshat Ghildial, and Sumit Saxena wrote the film flawlessly, capturing the spirit of drama and history. Karan Singh Tyagi, the director of this courtroom drama film, is well-renowned for his work on the 2020 film Bandish Bandits and the 2023 film Kaalkoot.
Music Track
Sashwat Sachdeva composed the film’s soundtrack. Another composer, Sangtar, wrote the film’s opening song, O Shera – Teer Te Taj, which was released on April 12, 2025. The new rendition of the classic song Teer Te Taj, which was published during a farmers’ protest in India in 2020–2021, is another piece of information concerning this music.
Conclusion
Kesari Chapter 2 is expected to be a stirring ode to India’s unsung heroes that skillfully combines historical nuance with poignant narrative. Inspiring patriotism and reflecting on India’s march to independence, this courtroom drama features an impressive ensemble, poignant performances, and a focus on C. Sankaran Nair’s quest for justice. Don’t miss the April 18, 2025, theatrical release.