"Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh" is a historical biographical drama that chronicles the life and fight of Sir C. Sankaran Nair, a bold and principled lawyer, judge, and political leader who took on the British Empire in the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
Tittle: Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh
Director: Karan Singh Tyagi
Writer: Amritpal Singh Bindra, Akshat Ghildial, Sumit Saxena
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
Star: Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, Madhavan
Release Date: April 18, 2025 (India)
Original Languages: Hindi, English
Country: India
Run Time: 2 hours
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Storyline & Plot
Inspired by real historical events, the film tells the powerful story of C. Sankaran Nair, a fearless and sharp-witted barrister who dared to confront the British Empire in the wake of one of the darkest chapters in Indian history — the Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919.
Set in the early 20th century, the movie follows Nair’s legal and political battle to expose the truth behind the massacre and bring global attention to the brutality of colonial rule in India. His bold resignation from the Viceroy’s Executive Council and his pursuit of justice through the British legal system become the central arc of the film.
Cast
Akshay Kumar – C. Sankaran Nair
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Ananya Panday – (Role not specified)
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Madhavan – (Role not specified)
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Sammy Jonas Heaney – Harold Laski
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Steven Hartley – Judge McArdie
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Mark Bennington – Michael O'Dwyer
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Alexx O'Nell – Lord Chelmsford
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Moumita Pal – Rajjo
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Amit Sial – Krish Rao
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Krish Rao – Pargat Singh
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Rohan Verma – Jaan-Nisar-Akhtar
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Suraj Kalyankar – Punjabi Sardar
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Carl A. Harte – Lord William Hunter
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Ed Robinson – Knighting Sergeant
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Kiara Sadh – Vira (Sister of Pargat Singh)
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Rajendra Bhatia – Survivor of Jallianwala Bagh
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Srinivas Shettigar
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FAQs
Q1: Is this a sequel to Kesari (2019)?
A: Yes and no. While titled Kesari Chapter 2, this film is not a direct sequel in terms of story or characters. It continues the spirit of heroic resistance by showcasing another real-life story from India’s freedom struggle — this time focusing on C. Sankaran Nair and the Jallianwala Bagh massacre aftermath.
Q2: What is the movie about?
A: It tells the true story of C. Sankaran Nair, a courageous lawyer who challenged the British Empire in court over the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919. The film highlights his bold stand, courtroom battles, and the political impact of his fight for justice.
Q3: Who is playing the lead role?
A: Akshay Kumar plays C. Sankaran Nair, the central figure of the story. He’s supported by Madhavan and Ananya Panday in key roles.
Q4: Who is directing the film?
A: The movie is directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, known for handling historical subjects with nuance and depth.
Q5: When is the movie releasing?
A: The film is scheduled to release in theatres on April 18, 2025, coinciding with the 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre (April 13, 1919).
Q6: On which OTT platform will it stream?
A: The OTT platform hasn’t been officially announced yet. However, based on the production houses (Cape of Good Films and Dharma Productions), it may likely release on Netflix or Amazon Prime Video post-theatrical run.
Q7: Is the movie based on real events?
A: Yes. It’s a biographical historical drama inspired by real-life events and figures, primarily focusing on C. Sankaran Nair’s legal campaign against British authorities after the massacre.
Q8: What genre is the film?
A: The film is a mix of Biography, Drama, and History.
Q9: What languages is it available in?
A: The film will be released in Hindi and English.
Q10: Which production companies are behind the film?
A: The film is produced by:
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Cape of Good Films
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Dharma Productions
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Leo Media Collective
