After learning the truth behind the brutal massacre at the Jallianwala Bagh, C Sankaran Nair, a member of the Viceroy's Council, sets out to challenge the Crown and the military general resp... Read allAfter learning the truth behind the brutal massacre at the Jallianwala Bagh, C Sankaran Nair, a member of the Viceroy's Council, sets out to challenge the Crown and the military general responsible.After learning the truth behind the brutal massacre at the Jallianwala Bagh, C Sankaran Nair, a member of the Viceroy's Council, sets out to challenge the Crown and the military general responsible.
- Awards
- 2 nominations total
Alexx O'Nell
- Lord Chelmsford
- (as Alexx O' Nell)
Carl A. Harte
- William Hunter
- (as Carl Harte)
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Jalia wala Bagh incident was a genocide but crown(British Army) destroy's or tired to destroy every evidence so thats why they were not newspaper, nowhere.
Here C. Sankaran Nair (Akshay kumar) Jumps in and here court trial starts
you can see the detailing of every fact.
Hard work of the writer and director's hard work on screen.
Every court hiring shows that we are done, nothing can help, now how the story will go ?
Every court date there is something new..
akshay tried his best and same with R Madhvan.
Teer te taaj Song is perfectly fits on that situation.
When i saw trailer and ananya on that. I was like what she'll do but for the very first time Ananya Pandey performed well. Keep it up.
Go watch it and tell everyone to watch it. Brilliantly made. Touched me.
Both Butchers of Jalia wala bagh Died (one was shot dead by SARDAR UDDHAM SINGH & another was Killed by Karma(Illness))
At the end I wanted more from the movie but I Loved it.
Review of KESARI CHAPTER 2
by itsbymayank Mayank bharat bhushan Louteriya.
Here C. Sankaran Nair (Akshay kumar) Jumps in and here court trial starts
you can see the detailing of every fact.
Hard work of the writer and director's hard work on screen.
Every court hiring shows that we are done, nothing can help, now how the story will go ?
Every court date there is something new..
akshay tried his best and same with R Madhvan.
Teer te taaj Song is perfectly fits on that situation.
When i saw trailer and ananya on that. I was like what she'll do but for the very first time Ananya Pandey performed well. Keep it up.
Go watch it and tell everyone to watch it. Brilliantly made. Touched me.
Both Butchers of Jalia wala bagh Died (one was shot dead by SARDAR UDDHAM SINGH & another was Killed by Karma(Illness))
At the end I wanted more from the movie but I Loved it.
Review of KESARI CHAPTER 2
by itsbymayank Mayank bharat bhushan Louteriya.
This is a true story on our Indian History & one of the Finest & also quality making film. Akshay Kumar performance is Brilliant, Madhaban & Ananya also too good.
Movies first 10 minutes don't miss, that time amazing & brilliant picturised.
This is Akshay Kumar best performance till date I think, Madhavan always good & Ananya Pandey also good performance with Mr. Dyre is Brilliant aso.
Akshay Kumar entry scene pure Goosebumps & also his one remarkable & stunning dance with costume.
This is National Award winning fim & Akshay Kumar Performance also.
One word for film it's pure MASTERPIECE.
Movies first 10 minutes don't miss, that time amazing & brilliant picturised.
This is Akshay Kumar best performance till date I think, Madhavan always good & Ananya Pandey also good performance with Mr. Dyre is Brilliant aso.
Akshay Kumar entry scene pure Goosebumps & also his one remarkable & stunning dance with costume.
This is National Award winning fim & Akshay Kumar Performance also.
One word for film it's pure MASTERPIECE.
Kesari Chapter 2 is a highly dramatized and fictionalized retelling of historical events, not a strictly factual account. The film claims inspiration from true events and is based on the life of Sir C. Sankaran Nair, a prominent Indian lawyer and nationalist. However, it takes significant creative liberties, especially regarding the central premise that Nair filed a criminal case against General Dyer and secured his conviction for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
In reality, C. Sankaran Nair never filed a case against General Dyer. Instead, his notable legal battle was a civil defamation suit in London, where he was sued by Michael O'Dwyer, the then Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, for statements made in Nair's book "Gandhi and Anarchy" criticizing O'Dwyer's role in the massacre. Nair lost this case and was not involved in any criminal prosecution of Dyer
Kesari Chapter 2 is largely fictitious in its depiction of legal proceedings against General Dyer.
The real C. Sankaran Nair did not convict Dyer; no such case or conviction ever occurred.
The film uses dramatic license to create a compelling narrative, but it should not be taken as a documentary account of history.
In reality, C. Sankaran Nair never filed a case against General Dyer. Instead, his notable legal battle was a civil defamation suit in London, where he was sued by Michael O'Dwyer, the then Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, for statements made in Nair's book "Gandhi and Anarchy" criticizing O'Dwyer's role in the massacre. Nair lost this case and was not involved in any criminal prosecution of Dyer
Kesari Chapter 2 is largely fictitious in its depiction of legal proceedings against General Dyer.
The real C. Sankaran Nair did not convict Dyer; no such case or conviction ever occurred.
The film uses dramatic license to create a compelling narrative, but it should not be taken as a documentary account of history.
When Akshay Kumar plays a role with conviction then very few can match him. The film starts with one of the worlds most brutal act a human can commit, the way the story moves forward and how well the character of Mr. Nair has been portrayed..everything top notch. Emotion, dialogue, court room hearing everything in place. Must watch and the patriotic feeling you get at climax will leave you teary eyed. Every Indian should go and watch this one in theaters if we don't show appreciation for movie like this then I am sorry we don't deserve good movies and will be bombarded with mind less action dramas.
10Ise-0
Kesari 2 brings history back to the forefront with a raw, emotional, and visually stunning depiction of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Directed with grit and sensitivity, the film doesn't shy away from the brutal reality of colonial cruelty, while highlighting the unbreakable spirit of the Indian people.
The film follows a fictional yet deeply human story of a young Sikh revolutionary who survives the carnage and becomes a symbol of awakening in Punjab. The emotional core of the film lies in its powerful performances-especially from the lead, who channels both vulnerability and burning rage with conviction.
The recreation of the massacre is haunting, using minimal dialogue and powerful visuals to let the silence speak louder than words. The cinematography and background score together create a chilling, unforgettable experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
While some moments veer into melodrama, the sincerity of the film keeps it grounded. Kesari 2 not only pays homage to the fallen but also ignites a renewed conversation on justice, memory, and the cost of freedom.
The film follows a fictional yet deeply human story of a young Sikh revolutionary who survives the carnage and becomes a symbol of awakening in Punjab. The emotional core of the film lies in its powerful performances-especially from the lead, who channels both vulnerability and burning rage with conviction.
The recreation of the massacre is haunting, using minimal dialogue and powerful visuals to let the silence speak louder than words. The cinematography and background score together create a chilling, unforgettable experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
While some moments veer into melodrama, the sincerity of the film keeps it grounded. Kesari 2 not only pays homage to the fallen but also ignites a renewed conversation on justice, memory, and the cost of freedom.
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- TriviaAt the film's grand premiere in Delhi on 15 April 2025, Akshay Kumar urged the audience to put away their phones and focus on the film's dialogues, further adding that trying to check Instagram in between would be a humiliation for the film.
- GoofsAkshay Kumar doesn't sound like A Malayali though his character is a Malayali.
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Box office
- Gross worldwide
- $1,232,060
- Runtime
- 2h 13m(133 min)
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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