The past week in India has been dominated by the excitement surrounding Karan Johar's significant announcement, which he has been teasing on Instagram. The filmmaker initially conveyed his pride in presenting a forthcoming film directed by a first-time director. Fans quickly speculated that this film was the period drama featuring Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, and R Madhavan, directed by newcomer Karan Singh Tyagi. Just two days later, Karan Johar officially confirmed the film's title—Kesari Chapter 2—after much conjecture. The production team has now unveiled the teaser, which is quite captivating. Continue reading to discover all the details.

Kesari Chapter 2 Teaser Out

For those who may not be aware, it was reported a month ago that the biopic of C Sankaran Nair had been renamed Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh. The newly released teaser has now validated this change.

The 1-minute and 39-second teaser introduces the film's storyline, highlighting the atrocities of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre—an event that not only resulted in numerous fatalities but also altered the trajectory of India's history.

The teaser powerfully illustrates this tragic event, showing how the injured and deceased were left in Jallianwala Bagh for 12 hours, their bodies abandoned for vultures to scavenge. The scene transitions to a courtroom where Akshay Kumar, in the role of C Sankaran Nair, is depicted battling against the British government. In a poignant moment, he is reminded that he and his fellow Indians are merely subjugated by the British, to which he vehemently replies, "F*ck you."

However, the teaser does not showcase the first appearances of Ananya Panday and R Madhavan, leaving fans in eager anticipation for more.

Karan Johar on Kesari Chapter 2

Two days ago, Karan Johar took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message regarding the film he is set to present. While he did not explicitly mention the title, he subtly alluded to Kesari Chapter 2 with a saffron-hued background and saffron hearts in his caption.

Karan Johar expressed his pride in announcing that their upcoming project will introduce the 24th debut filmmaker to Hindi cinema, noting that 90% of these filmmakers are 'outsiders'—a point of interest for critics. Although he seldom writes notes prior to a film's release, he feels a unique excitement, energy, and inspiration for this particular film. The collaborative producer and the debut director have dedicated four years to its development.

The director has focused solely on his work, diligently navigating pandemic-related delays and other unexpected obstacles. Johar is inspired by the commitment of the cast and crew who have consistently supported this project. While commercial success is unpredictable, he sincerely believes that this film stands as one of Dharma Productions' proudest achievements, a sentiment he shares as both a filmmaker and an audience member. He hopes viewers will feel the passion infused into this film. Looking forward to seeing you at the cinema.

Kesari Chapter 2 Release Date

Featuring Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, Kesari Chapter 2 is scheduled for release on April 18, 2025.

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