After a strong second weekend and consistent weekday run, Kesari Chapter 2 continues its victorious march at the Indian box office.
May 2, 2025 | Karan Singh Tyagi’s historical courtroom drama Kesari Chapter 2 is proving its box office mettle. Starring Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, the film has held its ground with remarkable consistency. On Day 13, the film collected impressively, inching ever closer to the ₹75 crore benchmark in India.
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📊 Kesari Chapter 2 Box Office Performance Till Day 13
- Release Date: April 18, 2025
- Total Collection (India Nett): Approx. ₹74.2 crore
- Day 13 Collection: Estimated ₹2.2 crore
- Target: Expected to cross ₹75 crore on Day 14
- Verdict So Far: Super steady – strong hold in metros and tier-1 cities
🎭 Critical Reception & Audience Response
The film opened to positive reviews, with particular praise for:
- Akshay Kumar’s restrained yet commanding performance
- R. Madhavan’s courtroom intensity
- Ananya Panday’s nuanced supporting role
- Tight screenplay and strong direction by Karan Singh Tyagi
Favorable word-of-mouth has been a key factor in its steady box office trajectory, allowing it to outperform some higher-budget competitors.
🔮 Outlook Ahead
With minimal competition from The Bhootnii and The Diplomat in its second week, Kesari Chapter 2 is poised to cross ₹80 crore comfortably by the end of its third weekend.
A steady third week with continued audience interest could even push it closer to the ₹100 crore club — a rare feat in 2025’s turbulent box office climate.
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