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Tahira Kashyap reminded of her Jallianwala Bagh visit after witnessing 'Kesari Chapter 2'

Mumbai, April 26: Ayushmann Khurrana’s better half, Tahira Kashyap was reminded of her visit as a teenager to the Jallianwala Bagh after witnessing Akshay Kumar's "Kesari Chapter 2".

It is fabulous: 'Kesari Chapter 2' gets positive reviews, audience praise Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan's performance

Mumbai, April 18: As Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan and Ananya Panday starrer 'Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh', hit the theatres today, fans have expressed their admiration for the strong storyline and performance of the actors.

Akshay Kumar: In 'Kesari 2', I'm not acting as an artist, but as an Indian

Mumbai, April 18: As “Kesari Chapter 2” released on Friday, actor Akshay Kumar said that he’s not merely acting as an artist, but as an Indian in the film.

BJP leaders hail 'Kesari: Chapter 2' as powerful, urge Congress to watch it

New Delhi, April 15: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, along with prominent political leaders including Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, and BJP leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa attended the grand premiere of 'Kesari: Chapter 2' in the national capital ahead of its theatrical release.

It's a good portrayal of history: R Madhavan on 'Kesari Chapter 2'

New Delhi, April 15: Actor R Madhavan talked about the film 'Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh' and said it is a "good portrayal" of history.

Akshay Kumar on Jallianwala Bagh: Only know what the history book taught me

New Delhi, April 15: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, who was in the capital for the premiere of his upcoming film “Kesari Chapter 2” for Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, and other politicians, said that he only knew what the history book taught him when it came to the topic of Jallianwala Bagh.

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra thanks Kesari 2 makers for highlighting unspoken truth of India's freedom struggle

New Delhi, April 15: Delhi Law Minister Kapil Mishra lauded the makers of Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh for highlighting aspects of India's freedom struggle that were unknown to many.

Kesari 2: Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, Ananya Panday offer prayers at Golden Temple

Amritsar, April 14: Amid the ongoing promotions for 'Kesari 2', Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday on Monday offered prayers at the Golden Temple.

Gippy Grewal on joining hands with KJo: Felt 'Akaal' deserves to be taken out of the boundaries

New Delhi, April 10: Director-actor and singer Gippy Grewal has talked about joining hands with Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar for his upcoming film “Akaal: The Unconquered” and said that he felt his movie deserved to be taken out of the boundaries.

Riteish Deshmukh misses 'Raid 2' trailer launch owing to his directorial debut 'Raja Shivaji'

Mumbai, April 8: Actor Riteish Deshmukh gave a miss to the trailer launch event of his much-awaited sequel "Raid 2" as he was pre-occupied with the directorial duties for his historical magnum opus, "Raja Shivaji".

Gurpreet Ghuggi: History is interesting as it has already happened

New Delhi, April 8: Punjabi film actor and comedian Gurpreet Ghuggi, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film “Akaal: The Unconquered”, shared his thoughts on the popularity of period films. He remarked that historical stories resonate with audiences because "history is interesting as it has already happened."

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma lauds Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava'

Dispur, March 31: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday lauded Vicky Kaushal's latest film 'Chhaava'.

Randeep Hooda recalls suffering knee injury during Swatantrya Veer Savarkar shoot

Mumbai, March 23: It was not easy for Randeep Hooda to work on his film 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar', which clocked a year on Saturday. During the film's preparation, he suffered a major horse-riding injury. Despite the challenges, he went on to complete the film, shooting intense sequences with knee braces on.

Divya Dutta says the industry is still male-dominated, with equality still far off

Mumbai, March 21: In a candid conversation, actress Divya Dutta opened up about the ongoing gender disparity in the entertainment industry. She believes that despite progress, the industry remains male-dominated, and there's still a long road ahead to achieve true equality.

Telugu version of ' Chhaava' to release in over 550 screens in Telugu states

Chennai, Mar 6: Buoyed by the emphatic success of its Hindi version, the makers of the historical war film 'Chhaava' are now all set to release the Telugu version of the film in over 550 screens in the Telugu states.

French-Iranian filmmaker Emily Atef to direct film on last empress of Iran Farah Pahlavi

Washington, February 28: French-Iranian filmmaker Emily Atef, who is known for projects like '3 Days in Quiberon', 'More Than Ever', has been tapped in to direct an untitled feature film project centered on the life of Farah Pahlavi, the last Empress of Iran, who was married to the late Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi for 20 years before he died in exile in Egypt in 1980, reported Deadline.

Not just film but a tribute to our historical traditions: Chhattisgarh CM declares 'Chhava' tax-free in state

Raipur, February 27: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has announced that the Hindi film 'Chhava' will be tax-free in Chhattisgarh, enabling more people to experience the inspiring saga of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

Randeep Hooda pays tribute to Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary, calls him a pioneering figure

Mumbai, February 26: Actor-director Randeep Hooda remembered freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his death anniversary.

Viineet Kumar Siingh recalls sustaining a major injury on sets of 'Chhaava'

Mumbai, Feb 21: Actor Viineet Kumar Siingh recently shared the harrowing experience of sustaining a major injury while filming the battle sequence for the film "Chhaava."

Rishab Shetty's first look as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in 'The Pride of Bharat' unveiled

Mumbai, February 19: As India celebrates the 395th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the makers of the upcoming historical film 'The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj' have unveiled its first poster.

MP Govt makes Hindi film 'Chhaava' tax-free

Bhopal, Feb 19: Newly released Hindi movie 'Chhaava', which is based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, will be tax-free in Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Wednesday. The Chief Minister made this announcement addressing a programme organised to mark the occasion of birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Bhopal, stating that, films depicting stories of great heroes should be made tax-free.

Vicky Kaushal pays respect at the Raigad Fort on Chhatrapati Shivaji Jayanti

Mumbai, Feb 19: Vicky Kaushal has been receiving a lot of praise for his portrayal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in the historical action drama "Chhaava." Recently, the 'Sam Bahadur' actor paid his maiden visit to the iconic Raigad Fort on the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

You have to think of self-censorship: Vikramaditya Motwane on controversies surrounding historical films

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