Akshay Kumar’s Courtroom Drama Continues to Shine

Akshay Kumar’s film, ‘Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh’, is proving to be a resilient contender at the box office. Even in its fourth week, this historical courtroom drama is maintaining a steady performance.

Steady Performance on Day 25

Despite being in theaters for nearly a month, the film shows no signs of slowing down. On its 25th day, which marked the fourth Monday, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ garnered an estimated Rs. 70 lakh. Early reports from Sacnilk indicate that this brings the film’s total net collection in India to Rs. 87.50 crore.

Impressive Initial Run

The film’s performance over its first 24 days was already commendable, with a reported net collection of Rs. 86.80 crore. As it approaches the end of its theatrical run, it appears poised to finish just below the Rs. 90 crore mark, a significant achievement for any film.

Occupancy Rates on Monday

On Monday, 12 May 2025, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ continued to attract audiences, recording a solid 13.37% overall Hindi occupancy. While morning shows started slowly at 7.66%, the afternoon saw a surge to 15.94%. The evening and night slots also performed well, with occupancy rates of 15.47% and 14.42%, respectively. This indicates that the courtroom drama still possesses the allure to draw in moviegoers, particularly during peak hours.

Resilience at the Box Office

The buzz surrounding the film is positive—despite facing tough competition and being in theaters for several weeks, it has managed to hold its ground. While there is some uncertainty about reaching the Rs. 100 crore milestone, finishing close to or exceeding Rs. 90 crore is still a remarkable feat for this drama.

About ‘Kesari Chapter 2’

Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, the film narrates the story of C. Sankaran Nair, a lawyer who bravely challenged the British following the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Titled ‘Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh’, it sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of Indian history.

Akshay Kumar stars as Nair, alongside R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday. Their performances, particularly in the gripping courtroom scenes, have been lauded for adding emotional depth to the legal struggles depicted in the film.

Looking Ahead: Akshay Kumar’s Upcoming Projects

As ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ begins to wind down, fans are eagerly anticipating Akshay’s next venture— the much-awaited ‘Housefull 5’. This comedy franchise promises even more chaos and laughter, set to hit theaters on 5 June 2025. With this transition from a serious courtroom role to a light-hearted comedy, audiences are excited to see Akshay showcase his versatility once again.