Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is currently navigating a rough patch in his career, with several of his recent films underperforming at the box office. In search of a hit, his next project has been officially announced today, with Dharma Productions backing the film.

Karan Singh Tyagi is directing this movie, which is inspired by the life of C. Sankaran Nair, a prominent lawyer and former President of the Indian National Congress. Nair fought to uncover the truth about the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The film is based on the book ‘The Case That Shook the Empire’, written by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat.

In addition to Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday have been cast in key roles, bringing more depth to this gripping period drama. The film, set against a historical backdrop, promises to delve into important themes of justice and truth. With a story rooted in real events, this movie aims to offer a powerful narrative that resonates with both history and current sensibilities.

Slated for release on March 14, 2025, the untitled movie is co-produced by Akshay Kumar’s Cape of Good Films and Leo Media Collective. With high expectations surrounding this project, it marks an important step for Akshay, who is eager to regain box office momentum. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated film.