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Kesari Chapter 2 Generates Strong Pre-Release Buzz with Emotional Screenings and Advance Sales

The historical courtroom drama, revisiting the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, is set to release on April 18, following high-profile endorsements and over ₹12 lakh in advance bookings.

Kesari Chapter 2 advance booking: Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan and Ananya Panday on the poster for the film.
Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday and R Madhavan in Kesari Chapter 2
Delhi CM reviews Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2
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Overview

  • Kesari Chapter 2, starring Akshay Kumar as advocate C. Sankaran Nair, explores the legal fight against the British Raj after the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
  • Special screenings in Delhi on April 15 drew emotional reactions from dignitaries, with Delhi CM Rekha Gupta calling the film 'marvellous' and Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri praising its powerful narrative.
  • The cast, including Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, visited the Jallianwala Bagh memorial on April 16 to honor the historical event depicted in the film.
  • Advance ticket sales for the film have crossed 4,000 tickets, earning over ₹12 lakh, with strong anticipation ahead of its April 18 release.
  • Akshay Kumar emphasized the importance of immersive viewing, urging audiences to avoid using phones during the film and engage fully with its historical and emotional depth.