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NDTV
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Kesari Chapter 2 Day 17 Box Office Report: Progress Report On Akshay Kumar's Film
Quick Take Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Akshay Kumar's "Kesari Chapter 2" premiered on April 18, entering the Rs 80 crore-club with a total of Rs 80.20 crore by May 4. The film, about the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, features Kumar, Ananya Panday, and R Madhavan, directed by Karan Singh Tyagi. New Delhi: Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2 premiered on April 18. The film, which is the sequel to the actor's 2019 hit Kesari, has now entered the Rs 80 crore-club. On Day 17 (May 4), Kesari Chapter 2 minted Rs 2.35 crore at the ticket window, reported Sacnilk. With this, the movie's total box office collection now stands at Rs 80.20 crore. On its third Sunday, the historical courtroom drama witnessed an occupancy rate of 35.45 percent in the Hindi market, added the report. Kesari Chapter 2 recorded the highest footfall during the evening shows with 49.70 percent occupancy, followed by the afternoon shows at 40.43 percent, the report added. While the night screenings stood at 35.19 percent, the morning shows registered the lowest at 16.48 percent. Kesari Chapter 2, directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, is about the aftermath of the horrific Jallianwala Bagh massacre, which occurred on April 13, 1919. Akshay Kumar plays the titular role of barrister C Shankaran Nair in the film, who puts up a valiant fight against the British Empire, seeking justice for the lives lost at the tragic incident. The film is inspired by the book The Case That Shook The Empire, written by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. The film also features Ananya Panday as a young lawyer Dilreet Kaur, alongside R Madhavan as lawyer Nevile McKinley. Regina Cassandra, Simon Paisley Day, and Alexx O'Nell are also a part of the cast. Recently, Karan Singh Tyagi praised Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday for their 'incredible performances' in Kesari Chapter 2. The director made the comments during a SCREEN panel. Speaking about Akshay Kumar, Karan Singh Tyagi shared, 'Akshay understood pretty early on that we were making the film for two reasons. One, to honour the lives of people who died at Jallianwala Bagh. They came to celebrate Baisakhi and they left as martyrs. We wanted to honour their sacrifice. So he understood that core emotion and he also understood that we are bringing to light, a person's life that the world does not know about, which is Sankaran Nair.' Kesari Chapter 2 is produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape Of Good Films.
NDTV
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Kesari Chapter 2 Box Office Collection Day 16: Next Stop For Akshay Kumar's Film
New Delhi: Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh is nearing the ₹80 crore mark at the box office. The film, featuring Akshay Kumar, collected ₹1.9 crore on Day 16, according to Sacnilk. So far, the courtroom drama has grossed a total of ₹77.9 crore in the domestic market. The project recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 28.60% on May 3. Breaking it down: morning shows had 12.37%, afternoon shows saw 27.90%, evening shows witnessed 33.77% and night shows clocked 40.37%. Kesari Chapter 2 is inspired by the book The Case That Shook The Empire by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. The film is set against the backdrop of the tragic 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The project focuses on the valiant legal battle fought by C Sankaran Nair against the oppressive British Raj. Akshay Kumar plays the lead role of Justice Chettur Sankaran Nair, while R Madhavan portrays Advocate Neville McKinley. Ananya Panday portrays Dilreet Gill. The film also features Regina Cassandra, Simon Paisley Day and Alexx O'Nell in key roles. Akshay Kumar attended a special screening of Kesari Chapter 2 on April 26. Addressing the audience at the venue, the actor opened up about Pahalgam terror attack. The brutal attack, which occurred at Baisaran Valley on April 22, killed 26 civilians. Akshay Kumar said, ' Unfortunately, aaj bhi humare sab ke dil mein woh gussa phir se jaga hain. Aap sab log achchi tarah se jaante he main kis cheez ki baat kar raha hoon. Aaj bhi hum un terrorists o ko ek hi baat kehna chahenge. Jo maine iss film mein kahi he, kya (Even today we are feeling the same anger all over again. All of you know exactly what I am talking about. Today I also want to say the same few words to the terrorists that I have said in the film. What)?" Released on April 18, Kesari Chapter 2 has been directed by Karan Singh Tyagi. The film has been jointly produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective and Cape of Good Films.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2 inches towards Rs 80 Crore mark
Aksahy Kumar, R Madhavan and 's courtroom drama Kesari 2 continues its steady run at the box office, inching towards the coveted Rs 80 crore mark. Directed by lawyer-turned-filmmaker , the film, based on Raghu and Pushpa Palat's book The Case That Shook The Empire , has struck a chord with audiences seeking compelling real-life stories. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now EXCLUSIVE: Nani Reveals Massive Body Transformation For 'Paradise' | How He Got Chiranjeevi On Board Kesari 2 opened with a decent Rs 7.75 crore on its first Friday, but gained momentum over the opening weekend, collecting Rs 9.75 crore on Saturday and Rs 12 crore on Sunday. Despite the predictable weekday drop, it managed a respectable first-week total of Rs 46.1 crore. The film's gripping narrative, coupled with strong performances by Madhavan and Panday, fueled word-of-mouth, allowing it to hold reasonably well in its second week. In Week 2, the film added Rs 28.65 crore, with solid weekend numbers — Rs 4.05 crore on Friday, Rs 7.15 crore on Saturday, and Rs 8.1 crore on Sunday. While weekday numbers dropped as expected, they stayed steady enough to keep the film's momentum alive. As of its third Saturday, Kesari 2 has amassed Rs 77.90 crore at the India box office, with early estimates suggesting Rs 1.90 crore on its 16th day. Going by the business one can expect the film to cross the Rs 80 crore mark by Sunday night; a commendable feat for a niche courtroom drama competing against commercial entertainers. Madhavan delivers a nuanced performance as the resilient Kesari, while Ananya Panday surprises in one of her most grounded roles as a young lawyer fighting alongside him but it is Akshay who holds the film together. Director Karan Singh Tyagi, leveraging his legal background, crafts a taut, authentic narrative without resorting to excessive melodrama. The film's success proves once again that well-made, content-driven cinema has a loyal audience. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With Rs 80 crore within reach, Kesari 2 has emerged as one of the sleeper hits of the film brings a breather for as he struggles to find success at the box office since Pandemic. He will be next seen in Housefull 5 , releasing on 6th June sees him uniting with his friends Ritiesh Deshmukh, , Abhishek Bachchan , and Jackie Shroff. The first song of the film Laal Pari has connected with the masses in a big way.
News18
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ananya Panday's Camera Crumbs From Lake Como Will Make You Pack Your Bags
Last Updated: Ananya Panday posted a series of captivating moments from her Mediterranean outing on Instagram, where she attended the Chanel Cruise 2025/26 event. Ananya Panday has jetted off to Italy to attend the Chanel Cruise 2025/26 show, held at the Villa d'Este on Lake Como. At the event, the actress made heads turn with her vintage style, offering a fresh breath of haute couture. Ananya is having the time of her life at the dreamy destination, and her social media posts are proof enough. Now, the Kesari Chapter 2 actress has embarked on a photo-sharing spree, treating fans to glimpses of her exotic adventure. Ananya's Instagram entry featuring her travel escapades screams fun from miles away. Ananya Panday 's photo dump was all about savoring Italian food, enjoying herself and showcasing her sartorial flair on the Mediterranean holiday. The carousel opens to the actress, treating her taste buds to some yummy ice cream. Next, she gives a glimpse of her stunning OOTD at the Chanel event. She was clad in a black tiered dress layered with a black cardigan from the brand's Métiers d'art collection. Ananya Panday posted some sneak peeks from the special day, including her lavish dressing room and glimpses of herself strolling in the picturesque city. There were also lovely snaps of her soaking in the sun while enjoying a serene boat ride with her younger sister, Rysa Panday. The caption accompanying the post read, 'Camera crumbs from Lago di Como with Chanel." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ananya 🌙 (@ananyapanday) Workwise, Ananya Panday was seen in Kesari Chapter 2. The historical courtroom drama, directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, stars Akshay Kumar in a lead role alongside R Madhavan, Regina Cassandra, Simon Paisley Day and Alexx O'Nell. The film, based on the book The Case That Shook The Empire by Pushpa Palat and Raghu Palat, delves into the legal battle led by barrister C Sankaran Nair (played by Akshay Kumar) to uncover the truth behind the brutal Jallianwala Bagh massacre that shook India on April 13, 1919. Up next, Ananya Panday is gearing up for Chand Mera Dil. She is paired opposite the Kill movie fame Lakshya. The Vivek Soni directorial is billed to be a college romance about engineering students. Ananya will also reprise her role as Bella Chowdhury in Call Me Bae season 2. First Published:
Hans India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Kesari Chapter 2 Box Office Collection Day 12: Akshay Kumar's Film Crosses ₹70 Crore Milestone
Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2 has crossed the ₹70 crore mark at the domestic box office, collecting ₹2.5 crore on its 12th day, according to data from Sacnilk. The film's total earnings now stand at ₹70.65 crore. The film registered an overall 15.57% Hindi occupancy on Tuesday, April 29. Morning shows saw a turnout of 7.48%, while afternoon and evening shows reached 14.53% and 16.40%, respectively. The night shows performed the best, recording an occupancy of 23.88%. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh noted the film's steady performance on its second Monday, boosted by promotional offers like the BOGO (Buy One Get One) ticket deal and the #BlockbusterTuesdays initiative offering tickets for just ₹99. Sharing box office figures on X (formerly Twitter), Adarsh wrote: 'Kesari Chapter 2 [Week 2] – Fri ₹4.05 cr, Sat ₹7.20 cr, Sun ₹8.14 cr, Mon ₹2.65 cr. Total: ₹68.58 cr. India biz. Nett BOC.' Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, Kesari Chapter 2 is inspired by the book The Case That Shook The Empire by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. The film revisits the events surrounding the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre and follows the real-life legal crusade of Justice C. Sankaran Nair against the British Empire. Akshay Kumar stars as Nair, with R Madhavan playing Advocate Neville McKinley. The cast also includes Ananya Panday, Regina Cassandra, Simon Paisley Day, and Alexx O'Nell. The film is produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films.
