Kesari Chapter 2 Trailer Review: Patriotism, Pain & Powerful

Image: Dharma Productions

Akshay Kumar delivers intensity with every frame, line, and expression.

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R. Madhavan’s powerful entry adds depth and weight to the drama.

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Ananya Panday leaves an impression despite limited trailer screen time.

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Trailer blends courtroom drama with patriotic fire and emotional grit.

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Jallianwala Bagh recreated with heart-wrenching realism and sonic impact.

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Based on a powerful real-life legal case that shocked the British Empire.

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Legal tension and historical trauma collide in this cinematic retelling.

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The trailer sets up a high-stakes battle for justice and national pride.

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Kesari Chapter 2 Trailer Review: Patriotism, Pain & Powerful

April 6th, 2025

By Rohan Gaikwad