Mumbai. Dec. 18: Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra wrapped up the shooting for their next titled ‘Kesari’, which narrates the story of Havildar Ishar Singh- the leader of the Battale of Saragarhi (1897), which was fought between Sikh Soldiers of the British Army and Pashtun Orakzai tribesmen.
Both the actors took to social media to announce the wrap of ‘Kesari’ and shared the first look pictures from the film set. In the picture, Akshay is seen with a turban and manly beard whereas Parineeti looks every bit of a homely Punjabi girl in her Phulkari Kurta and dupatta, coupled with rustic silver jewellery.
Sharing his look for the film on Instagram, Akshay Kumar wrote- “And it’s a wrap for #Kesari…a film which swells up my chest with immense pride. Get ready to witness the bravest battle ever fought on 21st March, 2019. @parineetichopra @karanjohar @apoorva1972 #AnuragSingh #SunirKheterpal #CapeOfGoodFilms @dharmamovies #AzureEntertainment @zeestudiosofficial.”
Parineeti also took to Instagram and wrote- “Anytime I watched a war movie, it was the love story of those brave men that kept me going.. so proud to be a part of this epic experience!!! Thank you Akshay sir, Kjo and Anurag sir for allowing me to be a part of your vision. You all have made one of the most beautiful movies people will ever see!! People – Don’t miss it on 21st March 2019!!! #KESARI @akshaykumar @karanjohar @dharmamovies @apoorva1972 #AnuragSingh #CapeOfGoodFilms #SunilKheterpal”
Directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Karan Johar, ‘Kesari’ narrates the story of the historic battle of Saragarhi in which 21 Sikh Soldiers fought against 10,000 Pashtun tribesmen. It is slated to release on March 21, 2019.
Prasanta Patnaik