Delhi CM Rekha Gupta praises Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2: I am very emotional now

Set against the intense backdrop of the April 13, 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the film presents Akshay Kumar in the powerful role of C. Sankaran Nair, a fearless lawyer who takes on the British Empire in a legal crusade to seek justice for the victims of the horrific tragedy.

Akshay Kumar, Madhavan and Ananya Panday starrer Kesari 2, set to release on April 18, held a special screening in New Delhi on April 15, Tuesday.

Following the screening of Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh in New Delhi on Tuesday, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reflected on the immense sacrifices made by countless individuals in the struggle for India’s independence.

Deeply moved by the film, CM Gupta recalled the chilling portrayal of the massacre, noting the profound impact of the visuals that brought to life the horror of that dark day, when scores of innocent people were brutally killed.

Set against the intense backdrop of the April 13, 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the film presents Akshay Kumar in the powerful role of C. Sankaran Nair, a fearless lawyer who takes on the British Empire in a legal crusade to seek justice for the victims of the horrific tragedy.

CM Rekha stated, "Now, when we are living in an independent country, it is our duty to live for our motherland. To do something for our motherland. 'Tan Samarpit, Man Samarpit, aur ye jeevan samarpit. Cahti hoo ki desh ki dharti ki tujhe kuch aur bhi doo (I dedicate my body, mind and life. I wish to give something more to my motherland.) I am very emotional now."

Also read: Kesari: Chapter 2 director Karan Singh Tyagi reveals General Dyer's great-granddaughter defending the Jallianwala Bagh massacre “angered” him

Recently , director Karan Singh Tyagi expressed his outrage after General Dyer’s great-granddaughter attempted to justify his actions by labeling the gathering crowd as looters. Karan admitted that watching the documentary deeply unsettled him, leaving a lasting emotional impact.

Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi and backed by Karan Johar, Kesari 2 will hit the theatres on April 18,2025.