The highly anticipated Kesari Chapter 2, starring Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, and R. Madhavan, is all set to hit theaters on April 18, 2025. The film’s trailer has already created a buzz, and now, just ahead of its release, the movie has been officially certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
According to the CBFC website, Kesari Chapter 2 has received an ‘A’ (Adult) rating and has a total runtime of 135 minutes and 6 seconds, which is 2 hours, 15 minutes, and 6 seconds. The certification was granted on April 9, 2025.
What Is Kesari Chapter 2 About?
Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh is a powerful historical courtroom drama that explores the aftermath of the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It brings to light the story of C. Sankaran Nair, a brave lawyer who stood up against the British Empire using the power of law instead of weapons.
In the film, Akshay Kumar plays the role of C. Sankaran Nair, while Ananya Panday steps into the character of Dilreet Gill. R. Madhavan will be seen as Neville Mckinley, and Simon Paisley Day portrays General Reginald Dyer, the man held responsible for the massacre.
Akshay Kumar Shares a Powerful Poster
Earlier today, Akshay Kumar gave fans a new glimpse of the movie by sharing a dramatic poster on Instagram. In the image, he is seen wearing traditional Kathakali attire, striking a bold pose. His caption read:
“This is not a costume. It’s a symbol — of tradition, of resistance, of truth, of my nation.
C. Sankaran Nair didn’t fight with a weapon. He fought the British Empire with the law — and with fire in his soul.”
He also added: “This 18th APRIL, we bring you the court trial they never taught in textbooks.”
The poster has further fueled excitement among fans, who are eager to watch this intense courtroom drama unfold on the big screen.
Based on a True Story
The film is inspired by the real-life story of C. Sankaran Nair, and is based on the book “The Case That Shook the Empire”, written by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat, who are descendants of Nair himself.
Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, the movie is produced by a powerhouse team including Hiroo Yash Johar, Aruna Bhatia, Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Amritpal Singh Bindra, and Anand Tiwari.
Final Thoughts
With its gripping storyline, star-studded cast, and a fresh take on a lesser-known part of Indian history, Kesari Chapter 2 is shaping up to be one of the biggest releases of 2025. Don’t miss this powerful tale of resistance and justice when it arrives in cinemas on April 18.
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