After a strong Day 2 surge, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ collects ₹17–18 crore in two days and rides on positive word-of-mouth to target a solid ₹30 crore opening weekend.
April 20, 2025: Akshay Kumar’s ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ is showing promising momentum at the box office. The film collected an estimated ₹9–10 crore on Day 2 (Saturday), bringing its two-day total to ₹17–18 crore. Trade reports suggest the film is on track to end its first weekend with ₹30 crore nett, offering a much-needed boost to Kumar’s recent theatrical run.
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The film, which received largely positive reviews on social media, benefitted from strong word-of-mouth and a slight bump from the partial holiday. While it didn’t enjoy a national holiday release—often a key factor in Akshay’s big openings—‘Kesari 2’ still drew strong footfall, especially in northern regions due to its patriotic theme.
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🔥 A Comeback Moment for Akshay?
Following a few underwhelming box office outings, ‘Kesari 2’ marks a potential turning point for the superstar. The decent opening and audience reception have reignited chatter about Kumar’s crowd-pulling power. The film, set in the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, revolves around a fictional courtroom showdown symbolizing India’s demand for British accountability.
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🆚 Box Office Battle: ‘Kesari 2’ vs ‘Jaat’
While ‘Jaat’, starring Sunny Deol, is still holding screens with a current tally of ₹69–70 crore after 10 days, its momentum has slowed. ‘Kesari 2’ has seized this opportunity to attract patriotic cinema lovers, potentially taking the lead in the coming days.
🎬 About the Film
- Director: Karan Singh Tyagi
- Producer: Karan Johar (Dharma Productions)
- Cast: Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, Ananya Panday
- Genre: Historical Fiction / Patriotic Drama
- Note: The film dramatizes fictional events inspired by the Jallianwala Bagh massacre aftermath and is not a direct historical reenactment.
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