In a disappointing turn of events, Kesari Chapter 2, the highly anticipated spiritual sequel to the 2019 patriotic action-drama Kesari, has become a target of online piracy just one day after its release on April 18. Starring Akshay Kumar, the film is based on the aftermath of India’s most notorious genocide—the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre—and has been leaked on various piracy websites, including Filmyzilla, Movierulez, Tamilrockerz, and even on platforms like Telegram.
What’s particularly concerning is the widespread availability of the pirated film in multiple video formats, ranging from 1080p and HD versions to lower-quality formats like 240p. Keywords such as “Kesari 2 Download” and “Kesari 2 Movie HD Download” have been trending across these sites, driving traffic to the illegal uploads and potentially impacting the film’s box office success.While the filmmakers have not yet released an official statement regarding the leak, Akshay Kumar had made an emotional appeal to audiences prior to the film’s release. At a press conference, he said, “I humbly request you all to please keep your phones in your pockets and listen to every dialogue of this film. It will mean a lot. If you try to check your Instagram during the movie, it will be a humiliation for the film.
So I request everyone to keep their phones away. ”Although the actor did not specifically address piracy, his remarks highlighted the importance of respecting the cinematic experience—a sentiment that has now been overshadowed by the leak. The piracy of Kesari Chapter 2 serves as a stark reminder of the pressing need for stronger enforcement and digital vigilance to protect creative content.
The film, which also features R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday, is a historical courtroom drama set against the backdrop of the 1919 Jallianwala incident. At its core is the story of Indian statesman C. Sankaran Nair, portrayed by Kumar, who risks everything to legally challenge the British Crown and General Dyer by filing a genocide case in a British court. The film combines a fact-based narrative with emotionally charged performances, offering a compelling perspective on colonial resistance and the early legal foundations of India’s freedom struggle.
