Kesari 2: Akshay Kumar Breaks Down at Jallianwala Bagh Visit with R Madhavan, Ananya Panday Ahead of Release
Key Highlights:
In a moving prelude to the release of Kesari 2, Bollywood icon Akshay Kumar, accompanied by co-stars R Madhavan and Ananya Panday, paid a heartfelt tribute at the historic Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar. The visit, held on the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, left the actor and his colleagues visibly emotional, as they honoured the martyrs of the 1919 massacre.
Floral Tribute Marks Deep Emotional Connect
The event saw the Kesari 2 team — including singers Sukhwinder Singh and B Praak — arrive at the iconic site which had witnessed one of the darkest chapters in India’s colonial history. Akshay Kumar laid a floral tribute at the memorial, his face etched with reverence and solemnity.
Photos shared by the film’s production team show Akshay, Ananya, and R Madhavan addressing an attentive audience. The atmosphere was one of patriotic reflection and cinematic pride as the cast stood on the very soil that inspired much of the narrative of Kesari 2.
Akshay Kumar: “I Didn’t Need Glycerin To Cry”
In a powerful statement during the visit, Akshay Kumar opened up about shooting the emotionally charged scenes of Kesari 2. Speaking in Punjabi, he revealed:
“Mostly actors use glycerin for their eyes to cry during film shoot. But, during the emotional scene — and there’s also a song — I didn’t need it. The emotions were real. The entire set was crying while picturing that moment.”
This personal revelation gives fans a glimpse into the emotional weight of the film and the dedication with which the team approached the project.
Kesari 2: Continuing a Legacy of Patriotic Cinema
Kesari 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to the 2019 hit Kesari, which starred Akshay Kumar in the role of Havildar Ishar Singh and depicted the Battle of Saragarhi. The sequel dives deeper into the post-battle aftermath, highlighting unsung heroes of India’s freedom movement.
Why Kesari 2 matters in 2025:
- Brings attention to lesser-known historical events
- Revives the patriotic fervour of the original film
- Introduces a new generation of viewers to freedom fighters not covered in mainstream textbooks
Special Screening Attended by Political Leaders
Recently, a special screening of Kesari 2 was held in Delhi and attended by senior political leaders from across the capital. Dignitaries included Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and Delhi Ministers Manjinder Singh Saini and Kapil Mishra.
“This is more than just a film,” said Hardeep Singh Puri.
“It brings a transformational period of our history alive and takes it beyond the pages of textbooks.”
Rekha Gupta’s Stirring Review
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta praised Kesari 2 as a masterpiece. She remarked:
“It is a marvellous movie… We might never get the chance to die for our country, but we can always live for it. This film is a tribute to those unknown heroes who laid down their lives for our independence.”
Golden Temple Visit Before Launch
Earlier, the cast and crew also paid their respects at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, further establishing Kesari 2 as not just a film, but a journey rooted in faith, sacrifice, and national pride.
Akshay Kumar took to social media following the visit, stating:
“Prayed for peace, strength, and the ability to do justice to the role I’ve played. Kesari 2 is not just a film, it’s our collective memory of sacrifice.”
Powerful Music Anchors the Emotion
With Sukhwinder Singh and B Praak lending their voices to the soul-stirring soundtrack, the emotional weight of Kesari 2 is further amplified.
- One of the songs, reportedly shot during the most intense scene in the movie, had the crew in tears.
- Akshay Kumar confirmed that the song is “one of the most emotional” he’s ever heard.
Kesari 2 Release Date & Box Office Expectations
Set to release later this April 2025, Kesari 2 is already generating buzz across the nation. The pre-release promotions — including temple visits, tributes, and elite screenings — have created a strong emotional connection with the audience.
Expected Box Office Impact:
- Opening day collection estimates: ₹20-25 crore
- Expected total domestic gross: ₹180–₹220 crore
- Overseas projections: Strong traction in UK, Canada, and Australia due to Punjabi and patriotic themes
Why Kesari 2 Is the Film India Needs Now
As political tensions, social divides, and global uncertainties rise, Kesari 2 arrives as a timely reminder of unity, sacrifice, and love for the nation.
- Highlights forgotten heroes of India’s independence struggle
- Sparks renewed interest in Indian history
- Encourages youth to connect with their roots through storytelling
From tearful tributes at Jallianwala Bagh to thunderous applause during elite screenings, Kesari 2 is more than just a film — it’s a movement. With Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday bringing gravitas to their roles, and with a story that pulls at the very soul of India, this is one cinematic experience not to be missed.
As Akshay Kumar said at the memorial:
“We didn’t act in this film; we lived it.”
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