Kesari 2 continues its dream run at the box office, crossing Rs 65.45 crore nett in India within 10 days. The film’s worldwide collection has surged past Rs 105 crore gross, driven by strong domestic performance (Rs 78 crore gross) and overseas contributions (Rs 27 crore). With positive audience response, it is expected to breach the Rs 70 crore nett mark in India shortly.
Day Wise Box Office Collection
- Week 1 Total: Rs 46.1 crore
- Day 8 (2nd Friday): Rs 4.05 crore
- Day 9 (2nd Saturday): Rs 7.15 crore
- Day 10 (2nd Sunday): Rs 8.15 crore
- 10-Day Total: Rs 65.45 crore nett
The second weekend saw a 13% growth compared to Saturday, with evening shows recording 41.74% occupancy.
Storyline
Inspired by the book The Case That Shook The Empire, Kesari 2 revisits the aftermath of the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Akshay Kumar plays C. Sankaran Nair, a real-life lawyer who challenged the British Empire in court to seek justice for the victims. The film also highlights Dilreet Gill (Ananya Panday), India’s first female lawyer, adding depth to this historical courtroom drama.
Movie Cast
- Akshay Kumar as C. Sankaran Nair
- R. Madhavan as British lawyer Neville McKinley
- Ananya Panday as Dilreet Gill
- Regina Cassandra and Simon Paisley Day in pivotal roles
Produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape Of Good Films, the film is directed by Karan Singh Tyagi.
Movie Review
Experts praise Kesari 2 for its gripping narrative and powerful performances. The courtroom sequences, especially Akshay Kumar’s confrontations with R. Madhavan’s character, are highlighted as intense and emotionally charged. Critics note the film’s patriotic fervour and historical accuracy, though some feel the pacing slows in the second half.