Box Office Performance of ‘Kesari Chapter 2’

In a remarkable collaboration, Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday have united for the intense historical drama, ‘Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh’. Despite a promising start at the box office, the film is currently experiencing a significant decline in its collections.

4th Tuesday: Just Rs 60 lakh on Day 26

According to preliminary estimates from Sacnilk, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ garnered only Rs. 0.60 crore (Rs. 60 lakh) on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. This marks a stark contrast to the film’s initial momentum during its first few weeks. Now in its fourth week, the historical drama appears to be nearing the conclusion of its theatrical run.

Occupancy on Day 26

On its 26th day, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ faced challenges in attracting audiences, with overall Hindi occupancy at a mere 18.99%. Morning shows saw minimal attendance at 8.76%, while the afternoon showed a slight improvement at 17.17%. The evening performances were better at 20.25%, but even the night shows, peaking at 29.76%, couldn’t reverse the trend. With ‘Raid 2’ capturing audience interest, it’s evident that viewers are shifting their focus.

A Decently Strong Start

Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ had a robust opening, collecting Rs. 46.1 crore in its first week, followed by Rs. 28.65 crore in the second week. However, the third week saw a dramatic decline, with only Rs. 8.6 crore in earnings. To date, the film has accumulated Rs. 88.05 crore in India. Despite its compelling narrative and strong cast, it seems unlikely to surpass the Rs. 90 crore milestone before leaving theaters.

A Spiritual Sequel

Unlike typical sequels, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ delves into the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919, rather than simply continuing the story from the first film. Akshay Kumar portrays Justice C. Sankaran Nair, a historical figure who challenged the British government in court. This heavy, emotional narrative is rich with courtroom drama and political tension.

What’s Next for Akshay Kumar?

While ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ may not have met expectations, fans of Akshay Kumar can look forward to his next project, ‘Housefull 5’, which promises a different flavor as the latest installment in the beloved comedy franchise. This film, featuring Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Sanjay Dutt, is set to hit theaters on June 5, 2025.