Political Row Over New Akshay Kumar Movie 'Kesari 2'

A political storm has brewed around 'Kesari 2', a film starring Akshay Kumar as Chettur Sankaran Nair, a nationalist icon who challenged British rule through legal battles, notably over the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The movie has sparked a row, with the BJP slamming Congress for allegedly sidelining Nair's legacy, while Congress leader Shashi Tharoor praised Akshay Kumar for bringing the story to light, arguing Nair deserves greater recognition. Akshay Kumar, caught in the crossfire, maintained he's "just an actor" focused on portraying the historical figure who gave the British sleepless nights.