‘Kesari Chapter 2’ box office collections day 8: Akshay Kumar’s film mints more than Rs 46 crores

As Akshay Kumar’s much-anticipated film ‘Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh’ continues its theatrical run, the movie has earned a commendable Rs 46.49 crore in total, with Rs 39 lakh net on its eighth day. The live box office figures indicate that the film has garnered solid attention, despite seeing a slight dip in collections on its eighth day. The movie, which hit the screens on April 18, 2025, made an impressive debut on Day 1 with Rs 7.75 crore.
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Week 1 Box Office Performance

The film's performance during its first week was notable, with a solid Rs 46.1 crore gross collection. While there was a drop in collections following the weekend, the film's steady earnings indicate that it still has momentum. Notably, the film saw a decline of 62.5% on Monday, followed by smaller dips during the mid-week. However, Kesari Chapter 2 is expected to bounce back, especially with Akshay Kumar’s star power and the ongoing buzz surrounding the film's patriotic storyline centered on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Occupancy Details

The film's theater occupancy for Day 8 was recorded at 6.39% across major Hindi-speaking regions. Notably, the National Capital Region (NCR) saw the highest occupancy of 9%, while other regions like Mumbai and Pune also contributed to the film's numbers. The film is expected to maintain a decent run.

Star Cast and ETimes Review

The film stars Akshay Kumar in a pivotal role, with Ananya Panday, R. Madhavan, Regina Cassandra, Simon Paisley Day, and Alexx O'Nell in supporting roles. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, the movie has generated buzz for its gripping narrative and powerful performances. ETimes gave a 3.5 star rating for the Akshay Kumar starrer and our review reads, “Simon Paisley Day deserves special mention as the villainous General Dyer. A glimpse into his childhood trauma—being bullied for stuttering and inheriting hatred for Indians from his father—is portrayed effectively. Pargat Singh (Krish Rao), as the young boy who loses his mother and sister in the massacre and bravely raises his voice against it, also delivers a powerful performance. The tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre is a well-documented chapter in history. Yet, this deep dive into the lesser-known case that shook the Empire makes for an incredible tale. Its gripping narrative and stellar performances make it a must-watch fare.”