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Kesari 2 Early Reviews: Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan Win Praise for Stellar Performances

The first wave of reviews for Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh is looking highly promising, with numerous political leaders and public figures offering glowing feedback following a special screening in New Delhi on Tuesday. Starring Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan, the film appears to resonate deeply with patriotic sentiments just ahead of its theatrical release on April 18.Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, praised the film, stating, “Kesari Chapter 2 is a powerful, deeply moving, and evocative cinematic tribute to India’s freedom movement and to the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh. This gripping narrative transports you to the courtroom where Akshay Kumar, portraying lawyer Sir C. Sankaran Nair, dismantles the web of deceit to reveal the truth behind the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. It is a must-watch for every Indian and champion of justice. This chapter of our history has long awaited its portrayal.
The unifying message of this film must reach all Indians across the country.”Former UN Assistant Secretary-General Lakshmi M. Puri took to Twitter to express her appreciation, calling Kesari Chapter 2 “a powerful and moving tribute to India’s freedom movement and the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh.” She commended the film’s gripping courtroom drama and Akshay Kumar’s compelling portrayal of Sir C. Sankaran Nair.Puri wrote, “I just came out of a stirring watch — Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh. This courtroom drama doesn’t merely recount a lesser-known historical event; it reignites the spirit of unity that shaped our fight for freedom.At its heart is Sir C. Sankaran Nair, a fearless legal luminary from the South who stood up for the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in Punjab.
His bold challenge to the British Empire exemplifies the pan-Indian character of our freedom struggle—where a South Indian hero fought for justice in the North, highlighting that freedom was a collective national endeavor.The film is emotional, evocative, and hair-raising, brought to life by the powerhouse performances of @akshaykumar and @ActorMadhavan—two cinematic titans delivering riveting portrayals of courage and conviction. Their on-screen duel captures the tension and gravity of the era, making viewers feel the weight of standing against injustice.