Kesari Chapter 2 Review: A Fierce Call for Justice, 106 Years After Jallianwala Bagh
Kesari Chapter 2 Review: A Fierce Call for Justice, 106 Years After Jallianwala Bagh
Kesari Chapter 2 is a searing cinematic call for justice, demanding the apology India never received after the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The film opens with the brutal massacre and centers on Sir C Shankaran Nair, played by Akshay Kumar, who sues the British Empire for the genocide. Based on The Case That Shook The Empire, it doesn’t seek pity—it channels anger and purpose. Akshay delivers one of his most compelling performances, portraying Nair not as a glorified hero but as a determined, wronged Indian fighting for truth.
With a crisp first half and a gripping second, the film blends courtroom drama with emotional fire, and even adds creative flair with sharp monologues and a powerful commentary on Hindu-Muslim unity. Ananya Panday is understated and effective, while R. Madhavan brings gravitas as the defence lawyer.
Kesari Chapter 2 doesn’t aim for technical brilliance—it aims to stir hearts and confront history. It reminds viewers that while independence came in 1947, the pursuit of justice is ongoing. It’s a stirring tribute, urging every Indian to demand the long-overdue apology from the British Crown.