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29-05-2025
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Sooraj Pancholi's Kesari Veer Being Sidelined? Karni Sena Makes Big Claims
Last Updated: Kesari Veer tells the story of unsung warriors who fought valiantly to protect the Somnath temple from invading forces. Sooraj Pancholi recently made his comeback with the movie Kesari Veer. Released on May 23, the historical drama pays tribute to Veer Hamirji Gohil, the brave warrior who defended the Somnath Temple against the Tughlaq Empire. However, it has received an underwhelming response and has earned hardly Rs 1 crore at the box office as of now. Amid all this, Karni Sena has claimed that the film might be getting sidelined. Recently, Karni Sena leader Dr Raj Shekhawat issued a strong statement and addressed film distributors and theatre owners. 'We, the audience and supporters of cinema, would like to ask all film distributors and theatre owners what objection do you have to giving Kesari Veer a prime-time slot? You've allotted it morning shows when viewer footfall is relatively low. Why is this historic film being sidelined in such a manner?" he said. Urging theatre owners to re-evaluate their scheduling, the Karni Sena leader added, 'There is still time to make a change. We urge you to contribute by giving this important film the visibility it deserves through prime-time shows. Otherwise, we may be compelled to take this issue to a public forum." He also appealed to the public to support the Sooraj Pancholi starrer by watching it in cinemas and said, 'At the same time, I appeal to the citizens of this country to go to theatres in large numbers and support Kesari Veer. The film is based on the valour of the great warrior Hamir Singh Gohil and those brave souls who sacrificed their lives to protect the sacred Somnath temple. Let us come together to support such films so that filmmakers are encouraged not discouraged to bring our heroic history to life on screen." Kesari Veer tells the story of unsung warriors who fought valiantly to protect the Somnath temple from invading forces. Besides Sooraj Pancholi, the film also stars Suniel Shetty as the fearless Vegda Ji. Debutant Akanksha Sharma takes on the role of the fierce Rajal, whereas Vivek Oberoi portrays the ruthless antagonist, Zafar. Directed by Prince Dhiman and produced by Kanubhai Chauhan under the Chauhan Studios banner, Kesari Veer is a Panorama Studios worldwide release. First Published:
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23-05-2025
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Kesari Veer Review: Sooraj Pancholi's Comeback Marred By Weak Story And Poor VFX
Last Updated: Kesari Veer Movie Review: Despite its noble intention to celebrate a forgotten hero, the film ends up being a noisy, disjointed and exhausting experience. Kesari Veer Movie Review: Kesari Veer, which marks Sooraj Pancholi's return to the big screen, is a 2-hour 41-minute historical drama intended to pay tribute to Veer Hamirji Gohil, the brave warrior who defended the Somnath Temple against the Tughlaq Empire. Unfortunately, the film falls woefully short of doing justice to his legacy. Directed and written by Prince Dhiman, the film suffers from a serious lack of vision and coherence. The storytelling is fragmented, the characters are underdeveloped, and the overall execution is confused. The narrative struggles to engage the audience right from the beginning and fails to create an emotional or intellectual connection with the viewer. As a result, the plot, despite being based on a legendary real-life hero, feels tedious and uninspiring. The direction appears heavily compromised, possibly due to budget constraints. The film attempts to emulate the grandeur of a Sanjay Leela Bhansali production but falls drastically short. The visual effects and graphics are poorly executed, giving a cartoonish feel to many important sequences. Instead of enhancing the drama or battle scenes, the VFX undermines them, drawing unwanted attention to the film's limitations. One of the most jarring aspects of Kesari Veer is its excessive and unnecessary use of music. The background score is loud and intrusive, often overshadowing the dialogues and scenes it is meant to support. The numerous songs scattered throughout the narrative add little value and instead contribute to the film's already dragging pace. Filmmakers must realise that quantity does not equate to quality especially when the songs interrupt rather than elevate the storytelling. The performances, too, leave much to be desired. Sooraj Pancholi, in his comeback role, is given ample screen time, with clear attempts made to showcase him as the central force. However, his portrayal lacks energy and charisma, even in action-heavy sequences. While his efforts are visible, they do not translate into a memorable performance. Vivek Oberoi, cast as the antagonist, delivers a performance that feels like an imitation of Ranveer Singh's Alauddin Khilji from Padmaavat, minus the depth or menace. Suniel Shetty's presence, which could have added gravitas, also fails to uplift the narrative. Newcomer Akanksha Sharma receives limited screen time and is unable to make an impact. The weak writing and unimpressive dialogues further pull down any potential the cast might have had to elevate the screenplay. The lack of character arcs and emotional depth makes it difficult for the audience to invest in their journeys or outcomes. Overall, Kesari Veer is a disappointing film that fails on multiple fronts be it storytelling, performances, direction or technical execution. Despite its noble intention to celebrate a forgotten hero, the film ends up being a noisy, disjointed and exhausting experience. It lacks the finesse, emotion and coherence that such a historical story deserves. First Published:
