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Kesari Chapter 2 Resonates as Akshay Kumar Addresses Pahalgam Attack

The film's screenings have become platforms for solidarity, with audiences uniting against terrorism following the April 22 attack.

Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2 hit the theaters on April 18.
Akshay Kumar gave a statement on the Pahalgam Terror Attack at a screening of Kesari Chapter 2.
Shashi Tharoor praised the Akshay Kumar-starrer Kesari Chapter 2.
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Overview

  • Kesari Chapter 2, a courtroom drama revisiting the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, has earned ₹57.15 crore in nine days, driven by strong word-of-mouth and strategic offers.
  • At a Mumbai screening, Akshay Kumar condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, drawing parallels between the anger in the film and contemporary events.
  • The April 22 Pahalgam attack left 26 civilians dead and 20 injured, with Akshay Kumar and other Bollywood figures expressing outrage and grief.
  • Audiences at the screening echoed the film’s iconic dialogue in response to Akshay's remarks, showcasing the movie's cultural impact.
  • The film, starring Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, continues to garner critical acclaim for its portrayal of resistance and justice.