Kesari Chapter 2 Teaser: Akshay Kumar to star in the riveting retelling of Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, leaves fans spellbound

Akshay Kumar is back with a power-packed role in Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh. The much-anticipated teaser for the historical drama dropped on March 24, 2025, and has already taken the internet by storm. The film marks Akshay Kumar’s return to intense, patriotic storytelling, following his earlier release Sky Force this year.

The teaser opens with a bold, unconventional approach. Running for 1 minute and 39 seconds, the first 30 seconds challenge traditional formats—there are no visuals, no titles, no grand visuals—just a powerful soundscape designed to immerse viewers in the tension, fear, and emotion of the era. This experimental take has captivated audiences, drawing them into the emotional fabric of one of India’s most tragic events—the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Akshay Kumar plays Sir C Sankaran Nair, a fearless lawyer who dared to challenge the British Empire in court following the brutal massacre. His intense entry scene as a determined advocate has been applauded widely. The background music, combined with his commanding screen presence, has struck a chord with viewers. Fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions, with one user calling the teaser “a pure goosebumps experience” and another declaring, “I’m literally sold for this faceoff.”

The film draws inspiration from the critically acclaimed book The Case That Shook the Empire by Pushpa Palat and Raghu Palat. The book chronicles Nair’s bold efforts to bring the truth to light, making the film not just a tribute to history but also a reminder of the power of individual courage.

“Don’t forget that you’re still a slave to the British Empire,” a voiceover in the teaser reminds viewers, setting the tone for the emotionally charged narrative. The story promises to explore the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre from a fresh perspective—through the courtroom battle that sought justice.