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Last Updated: April 26, 2025, 21:10 IST
Tahira Kashyap Praises ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ Following Its Release
In a heartfelt appreciation post, Tahira Kashyap, the wife of actor Ayushmann Khurrana, shared her thoughts after viewing the recently released film, Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh, featuring Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, and R Madhavan. The film premiered in theaters on April 18 and has garnered a wave of positive feedback from audiences.
After watching Kesari Chapter 2, Kashyap took to her social media to express her admiration for the film, praising its direction, performances, and overall production quality. She highlighted the emotional weight of Kumar’s performance and emphasized the impressive use of dialect by Panday, while describing Madhavan’s portrayal as intriguingly formidable. Kashyap noted how engaged the audience remained throughout the film, stating that viewers did not leave until the credits had rolled, despite it not being an industry screening.
Tahira Kashyap’s Take on ‘Kesari Chapter 2’
Sharing her thoughts on Instagram, Kashyap uploaded photos from the film alongside a detailed review. She recounted her personal connection to Jallianwala Bagh, recalling a visit as a child and the profound impact it left on her. “Appreciation post! What a spectacular film! When I first went to Jallianwala Bagh at a young age, the silence and the history overwhelmed me. Seeing the film brought that feeling back in a remarkable way. It was an emotional exploration of a generational trauma, beautifully rendered,” she wrote.
Kashyap expressed her gratitude towards Kumar, stating, “@akshaykumar, your performance left me wanting more and moved many in the audience to tears.” She also commended the entire cast, including Ananya Panday and R Madhavan, along with the directing prowess of Karan Singh Tyagi. “@karanstyagi, you drew out remarkable performances from everyone involved, creating a lasting impression that resonates beyond the cinema,” she added.
Her praise extended to the film’s cinematography, set design, dialogue, music, costumes, and editing, declaring Kesari Chapter 2 a “must-watch.” She remarked on the audience’s engagement, noting that even in its second week, viewers remained seated through the end credits, highlighting the film’s significant impact. She expressed her gratitude for the movie’s creation, congratulating the entire team, including @karanjohar and @apoorva1972.
Akshay Kumar Responds to Tahira Kashyap’s Praise
In response to Kashyap’s insightful remarks, Akshay Kumar shared his appreciation, remarking, “Tahira, feeling truly grateful reading your beautiful words. It means so much coming from someone who understands the heart behind stories. Thank you for seeing us and for feeling the journey.” Twinkle Khanna, Kumar’s wife, also chimed in, expressing her gratitude with warmth: “Thank you, my darling. Lots of love always.”
In Kesari Chapter 2, Akshay Kumar portrays C. Sankaran Nair, an Indian statesman and lawyer who famously challenged British authority following the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Ananya Panday stars as Dilreet Gill, a key figure assisting Nair during his legal battles, while R Madhavan plays the British representative opposite Kumar’s character.
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