Akshay Kumar’s bold look as C. Sankaran Nair impresses fans in this NEW ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ poster: Excitement level picking up.. | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is set to impress audiences again with his role as C. Sankaran Nair in the upcoming historical drama ‘Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh‘. The film, which also stars R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday, will be released worldwide on 18 April 2025.
Akshay Kumar’s powerful look
The makers have revealed a new poster of Akshay Kumar’s character, leaving fans excited. Sharing the poster on Instagram, Akshay wrote: “One man. Against an entire empire. Introducing C. Sankaran Nair in ‘Kesari – Chapter 2’. In cinemas 18th April, worldwide.” The poster shows Akshay in a determined stance, representing the fearless lawyer who took on the British Raj to uncover the truth behind the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
Fans react to the poster
Fans are eagerly waiting for the film’s release, with many expressing their excitement in comments. One user wrote, “Omg excitement level picking up day by day.” Another commented, “Can’t wait for ‘Kesari Chapter 2’.” Others called Akshay’s look “outstanding” and praised him as an “all-rounder.”
Ananya Panday as Dilreet Gill
Before Akshay’s first look was revealed, the makers introduced Ananya Panday as Dilreet Gill. In her character poster, she is dressed as a lawyer, wearing a white saree with a black coat and a white neckband and holding a file. A motion poster shows another glimpse of her character, where she covers her head with a dupatta.
R. Madhavan’s fierce look as Neville Mckinley
The first look of R. Madhavan as Neville Mckinley has also been revealed. He is seen in a black lawyer’s robe with neatly tied-back hair and a salt-and-pepper look. The makers described him as: “Sharp, fearless, undeniable… but playing for the other side! Introducing R. Madhavan as Neville Mckinley in ‘Kesari – Chapter 2’.”
About ‘Kesari Chapter 2’
Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’, the movie is inspired by the book ‘The Case That Shook The Empire’ by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. The book tells the true story of C. Sankaran Nair’s legal battle against the British after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
‘Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story Of Jallianwala Bagh’ is set to release on 18 April 2025, coinciding with Good Friday. With a strong cast including Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, and a gripping story based on real events, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ is one of the most anticipated films of 2025.
