Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 Set to Roar at the Box Office: Could Beat His Biggest Flop by 820% on Day 1.

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Akshay Kumar is back and all set to make a grand comeback with Kesari Chapter 2. After a rough 2024 with a series of flops, the Bollywood superstar seems ready to turn things around in 2025. His upcoming historical courtroom drama, which is a spiritual sequel to the 2019 hit Kesari, is just 10 days away from its big theatrical release on April 18, 2025. And this time, all eyes are on the box office!

Big Expectations from Kesari Chapter 2

Akshay Kumar narrowly missed box office success earlier this year with Sky Force, which earned ₹15.30 crores on its opening day. While it was a decent start, it wasn’t enough to call it a hit. But with Kesari Chapter 2, industry experts and trade analysts believe things could take a much more positive turn.

According to predictions by Koimoi, Kesari Chapter 2 is expected to earn between ₹23 to ₹26 crores on its opening day. If that happens, it would be Akshay’s biggest Day 1 collection of 2025 so far, comfortably beating Sky Force. However, it may still fall short of overtaking Sikandar (₹30.06 crores) and Chhaava (₹33.10 crores), unless advance bookings take off in a big way.

Crushing the Numbers: Kesari 2 vs Sarfira

Let’s not forget the disappointment that was Sarfira, one of Akshay’s lowest-performing films in 2024. That film opened with just ₹2.50 crores and wrapped up its lifetime collection at a weak ₹24.30 crores. In comparison, Kesari Chapter 2 is expected to perform 820% better on day 1 alone! That’s a huge jump and a strong sign that audiences are once again excited to see Akshay Kumar in action.

What is Kesari Chapter 2 About?

Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, Kesari Chapter 2 dives deep into a powerful chapter of Indian history. Akshay Kumar plays C. Sankaran Nair, a bold and fearless lawyer who takes on the British Empire in the aftermath of the tragic 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The courtroom drama promises intense performances, historical depth, and a gripping storyline.

Joining Akshay in pivotal roles are Ananya Panday and R. Madhavan, adding star power and freshness to the cast. The film is being backed by big production houses – Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films.

Final Thoughts: Can Akshay Score a Hit?

With positive buzz around the trailer, historical relevance, and strong early predictions, Kesari Chapter 2 could be the film that brings Akshay Kumar back into the box office race in 2025. Fans are eagerly waiting, and the industry is watching closely.

If advance booking trends pick up, don’t be surprised if this historical courtroom drama turns into one of the biggest openers of the year.

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