Akshay Kumar is back with another historical drama, but this time, it’s not just about battlefield heroics. Kesari Chapter 2 digs into a story that most people have never heard before—the legal battle that followed the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. We all know about the tragic massacre, but did you know an Indian lawyer took the British to court over it? That’s the real focus of this film, and it’s a story worth knowing.
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Kesari Chapter 2: Akshay Kumar Wants to Tell India’s Side of the Story
Akshay Kumar has done quite a few patriotic films, but this one feels different. At the trailer launch, he spoke about how most historical events have been told from a British perspective. With Kesari Chapter 2, he wants to change that by bringing an important but forgotten Indian story to the big screen.
The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: A Day That Changed India Forever
On April 13, 1919, thousands of Indians gathered at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar for a peaceful meeting. Without warning, British troops, led by General Dyer, opened fire. Hundreds were killed, many jumped into a well to escape, and the incident shook the entire nation. This massacre played a big role in India’s fight for independence, turning public opinion strongly against British rule.
Who Was C. Sankaran Nair? The Man Who Took on the British
Most people haven’t heard of C. Sankaran Nair, but he was one of the bravest Indians of his time. He was a lawyer and former president of the Indian National Congress who took the British to court for justifying the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. His lawsuit against Michael O’Dwyer, the then-Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, was a rare moment where an Indian legally challenged the British Empire—and won. That’s the story Kesari Chapter 2 brings to life.
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The Book That Inspired the Film
The film is based on The Case That Shook the Empire, written by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat, the great-grandson and great-granddaughter-in-law of C. Sankaran Nair. The book tells the incredible true story of how Nair’s legal battle exposed British brutality. Akshay Kumar himself admitted that before reading it, he had no idea this case even existed.
Why This Film Is Personal for Akshay Kumar
Beyond just acting in the film, Akshay has a personal connection to this story—his father was born near Jallianwala Bagh. He grew up hearing stories about the massacre, and when he read about Nair’s case, he said it filled him with anger and a sense of duty to bring it to the big screen.
Who Else Is in the Film? Cast, Director, & Release Date
Kesari Chapter 2 is directed by Karan Singh Tyagi and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. In addition to Akshay Kumar, the film features R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday in important roles. It’s set to hit theatres on April 18.
Will ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ Change the Way Bollywood Tells History?
Bollywood usually focuses on warrior stories, but Kesari Chapter 2 is different. Instead of swords and battles, it highlights intelligence and legal resistance. If the film does well, we might see more movies about India’s unsung heroes—not just the ones who fought with weapons, but also those who fought with words and courage.
So, will this film make a lasting impact, or will it just be another historical drama? We’ll find out soon enough. But one thing’s for sure—this is a story India needs to remember.
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