– Net domestic earnings reached ₹38.75 crore; gross collections worldwide were ₹56.60 crore.
– Monday sales amounted to ₹4.50 crore net in India; tuesday sales added ₹4.75 crore.
– Projected week-one domestic collection expected to surpass ₹50 crore net.
The steady box office performance of Kesari Chapter 2 highlights India’s growing interest in cinematic adaptations of historical events and figures tied to colonial resistance movements like Jallianwala Bagh. By depicting C Sankaran Nair’s legal fight against imperialism-a less widely known narrative-the film contributes significantly to public discourse around India’s history during British rule.
Economically speaking, its progress within five days suggests potential profitability for star-led period dramas that combine storytelling with notable production banners like Dharma Productions. Moreover, it demonstrates Akshay Kumar’s continued dominance in leading Bollywood’s historical dramas while successfully diversifying his portfolio across genres-offering insights into audience preferences for content featuring patriotism alongside entertainment value.
Such films not only bring critical moments from Indian history into mainstream attention but also open pathways for more nuanced explorations of lesser-known individuals or events that shaped modern India-a trend that could broaden cultural appreciation among viewers domestically and potentially internationally if marketed effectively.