Kesari Chapter 2 first review out: Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan's movie is a 'powerful and moving tribute'; deserves 'national award'

Akshay Kumar's upcoming film is proving to be historic, especially with the first reviews coming in. Kesari Chapter 2, starring Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday in lead roles, is a historical courtroom drama film, based on the life of C. Sankaran Nair who fought against the British Empire in the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

On Tuesday, a special screening of the film was held in Delhi, after which a review was shared by Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, who called Kesari Chapter 2 a "powerful and moving tribute to India’s freedom movement and the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh".

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta also took to her X (formerly Twitter) account and praised the film and the stellar cast. "The film Kesari Chapter 2 presents the spirit of patriotism, courage, and sacrifice in a very impactful and emotional manner. Every scene is filled with pride and inspiration. Best wishes to Shri @akshaykumar, Shri @ActorMadhavan, and the entire team of #KesariChapter2. Thanks to Union Minister Shri @HardeepSPuri Ji for the invitation to the film screening," she wrote.