Akshay Kumar, who is gearing up for the release of his next Kesari Chapter 2 , has shared his striking new look as C Sankaran Nair, a character that embodies tradition, resistance, and truth. ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ Trailer: Akshay Kumar and R Madhavan Face Off in a Gripping Courtroom Battle Set After the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre (Watch Video). On Wednesday, the actor took to his Instagram handle and shared a new powerful look from the film and captioned it, “This is not a costume.
It’s a symbol — of tradition, of resistance, of truth, of my nation. C. Sankaran Nair didn’t fight with a weapon.
He fought the British Empire with the law — and with fire in his soul. This 18th APRIL, we bring you the court trial they never taught in textbooks. #KesariChapter2 #SankaranVsTheEmpire Only In cinemas.
” In the image, Akshay is seen in a stunning Kathakali getup, showcasing his powerful transformation into the character of Sankaran Nair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) The intricate makeup and traditional attire highlight the intensity and depth of his portrayal, symbolizing the themes of tradition, resistance, and truth. This striking visual showcases Kumar's commitment to authentically bringing the character to life while embracing the cultural richness of Kathakali dance.
Interestingly, the Airlift actor shared his new look ahead of the film's release next week. A few days ago, Kumar had shared the intriguing trailer of Kesari Chapter 2 on social media. Set against the backdrop of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the trailer showcased Nair’s fearless struggle against the British Empire.
It promised a powerful and compelling narrative, rich with historical importance and emotional intensity. The trailer opened with a powerful exchange between Akshay Kumar and General Dyer. Akshay, portraying Nair, confronts Dyer with a poignant question: “How did you warn the crowd at Jallianwala Bagh to disperse? Did you fire tear gas? Shoot in the air? Or did you simply open fire without any warning?” Dyer's chilling response, “They weren’t just a crowd; they were terrorists,” is met by Akshay’s emotional retort: “But they were still humans! Babies as young as eight or nine months were shot in their tiny chests.
What weapons did they have?” The intense dialogue sets the tone for the gripping narrative to follow. Who Was C Sankaran Nair? Know Everything About the Fearless Lawyer Played by Akshay Kumar in Karan Singh Tyagi’s ‘Kesari Chapter 2’. Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, The Kesari Chapter 2 is produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Aruna Bhatia, and Adar Poonawalla.
The film also stars Ananya Panday as Dilreet Gill, a determined female barrister who partners with Nair in his pursuit of justice. R. Madhavan plays Neville McKinley, a brilliant mind referred to as 'a genius' in the film.
Kesari Chapter 2 is set to be released in theatres on April 18. (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Apr 09, 2025 01:09 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.
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‘Kesari Chapter 2’: Akshay Kumar Unveils Striking New Look As C Sankaran Nair in Kathakali Avatar, Calls It ‘A Symbol of Tradition and Resistance’ (See Pic)

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, 'Kesari Chapter 2' has taken things a level higher by sharing a photo of him donning traditional Kerala Kathakali avatar on Wednesday, April 9. Check out his post!