As excitement builds around their upcoming film Kesari Chapter 2, Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday made a spiritual stop at the Golden Temple in Amritsar earlier this week. The trio visited the iconic Sikh shrine on Monday, taking a moment away from their promotional commitments to offer prayers and seek blessings for the film.
Akshay Kumar, who plays the role of lawyer C. Sankaran Nair in the film — a character deeply entwined with the historical events that followed the Jallianwala Bagh massacre — shared a heartfelt post from the visit on social media. Posting a peaceful snapshot featuring himself, Madhavan, and Ananya standing solemnly with folded hands before the sacred Golden Temple, the actor captioned it, “Sir jhukaya, sukun paya,” which translates to “Bowed my head, found peace.”
Ananya Panday, who also stars in the film, echoed similar sentiments when she posted her own photo from the visit. Alongside the serene image, she wrote, “Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh #KesariChapter2,” paying homage to the Sikh prayer and expressing gratitude for the experience.
The upcoming historical drama Kesari Chapter 2 is set to explore a lesser-known chapter in India’s fight for justice, focusing on the relentless efforts of lawyer C. Sankaran Nair, whose bold pursuit of accountability helped shed light on the atrocities of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The film promises to delve into both the emotional and political aftermath of the 1919 tragedy, with Akshay Kumar stepping into a role that highlights courage, integrity, and resistance.
R Madhavan and Ananya Panday are also said to play pivotal roles in the narrative, which aims to bring an important but often overlooked part of India’s colonial history to the big screen. The visit to the Golden Temple, a place known for its deep spiritual significance, seemed fitting for the team, as they sought strength and good wishes for the film’s journey ahead.
The serene trip to Amritsar not only offered the actors a moment of peace but also served as a reminder of the historical roots their film draws from — a story that remains etched in the collective memory of India.
