The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is a tragic event in the Indian freedom struggle that has been kept alive through various depictions in Hindi cinema. These films not only showcase the pain and sacrifice of that time but also highlight the spirit of the freedom struggle. Recently, Akshay Kumar's upcoming film 'Kesari Chapter 2' has been making headlines, which will bring the untold story of Jallianwala Bagh to the screen. This film, set to release on April 18, 2025, stars Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday in lead roles and is directed by Karan Singh Tyagi.
The film 'Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh' focuses on the role of lawyer C. Shankaran Nair, who held the British government responsible for the massacre in court. Other notable films that have depicted the Jallianwala Bagh incident include 'Sardar Udham', which tells the story of Udham Singh's revenge, and 'The Legend of Bhagat Singh', which shows the massacre as a turning point in Bhagat Singh's revolutionary ideas.
Hindi cinema has portrayed the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in various ways, each highlighting a different aspect of the incident. The 1977 film 'Jallianwala Bagh', directed by Balraj Sahni, was one of the first major films based on the massacre. The film 'Rang De Basanti', released in 2006, showed the Jallianwala Bagh massacre as a flashback, highlighting its impact on the current generation. These films have not only kept the memory of the massacre alive but also continue to inspire new generations.
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre has been a significant event in Indian history, and its depiction in films continues to evoke emotions and inspire patriotism. With upcoming films like 'Kesari Chapter 2', the story of Jallianwala Bagh will continue to be told and retold, ensuring that the sacrifices of the past are never forgotten. In Telugu too, Kodi Ramakrishna Directorial Bharat Bandh has a similar episode resembling that of Jallianwala Bagh massacre.