‘Kesari Chapter 2’ Box Office Collection: Akshay Kumar’s Legal Drama Inches Towards ₹140 Crore Worldwide!

Akshay Kumar’s courtroom drama Kesari Chapter 2 continues its box office journey, showing consistent performance globally despite facing tough competition from recent releases. As of Day 27, the film has grossed ₹137+ crore worldwide, though its domestic performance has remained below expectations.

Domestic vs Worldwide Performance

Released on April 18, 2025, Kesari Chapter 2 opened to a strong weekend but witnessed a dip in its second and third weeks. The film has currently collected around ₹89 crore in India, just shy of the coveted ₹90 crore mark. Overseas, however, the film has seen better traction, particularly in the Middle East and Canada.

 

Territory - Gross Collection (Approx)

India - ₹89 crore

Overseas - ₹48 crore

Worldwide Total - ₹137 crore+

 

Film Overview

Directed by Raj Mehta, Kesari Chapter 2 is a powerful legal drama centered around justice, patriotism, and moral dilemmas. The film stars Akshay Kumar in a bold new avatar as a defense lawyer fighting systemic corruption. R. Madhavan plays the antagonist, bringing depth and intensity to the courtroom face-offs.

“A gripping blend of nationalism and legal drama. Akshay delivers a career-defining performance.” – Film Companion

 

⭐ Audience & Critical Reception

While critics have given Kesari Chapter 2 a mixed to positive response, audiences have largely appreciated its dialogues, intense performances, and social relevance.

Rotten Tomatoes (Audience Score): 76%

IMDb Rating: 7.1/10

Google Audience Reviews: 4.3/5

 

🔍 Why the Domestic Struggle?

Despite Akshay Kumar's star power and the film’s emotional core, a few factors have impacted the domestic box office:

Competition from regional films and Hollywood releases like The Marvel Resistance.

Relatively slower marketing push post-release.

Mixed word-of-mouth in Tier-2 cities.

 

📈 Box Office Outlook

With its 4th weekend approaching, Kesari Chapter 2 is expected to touch the ₹140 crore global mark by the end of this week. However, crossing ₹100 crore domestically now seems unlikely unless a surprise surge occurs.

 

🔚 Conclusion

While Kesari Chapter 2 may not match the blockbuster success of its predecessor, it has managed to carve a respectable spot in the 2025 box office lineup. With meaningful performances, a socially relevant narrative, and a global audience, the film stands as a moderate hit with potential for cult status over time.