Kesari Veer: 2025 Bollywood Historical Action Film Trailer, Review

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Movie Name: Kesari Veer
Directed by: Prince Dhiman, Kanubhai Chauhan
Starring: Suniel Shetty, Sooraj Pancholi, Vivek Oberoi, Akanksha Sharma
Genre: Action, Drama, History
Running Time: 135 Minutes
Release Date: 16 May, 2025
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Production Companies: Chauhan Studios
Budget: ₹- crore

The movie narrates the tale of Hamirji Gohil, a brave warrior who fought against the Tughlaq Empire to protect the Somnath Temple and the Hindu faith.

Kesari Veer: Movie Overview

Kesari Veer is an upcoming 2025 Indian Hindi-language historical action film directed by Prince Dhiman. The film is co-produced by Rajen Chauhan, Heena Chauhan, Suhraj Chauhan and Ohm Chauhan. Written, co-directed and produced by Kanubhai Chauhan of Chauhan Studios, the film stars Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Sooraj Pancholi and Akanksha Sharma in the lead roles. The film is scheduled to release on 16 May 2025.

Initially scheduled for a theatrical release on March 14, 2025, the film will now premiere on May 16, 2025.

According to an announcement by the official distributor, Panorama Studios, the delay is intended to allow for a “more impactful global launch” in cinemas.

Movie Trailer:

Movie Review:

Powerful Story Undone By Poor Execution, Led By An Unconvincing Sooraj Pancholi

Storyline:

Set against the backdrop of the Tughlaq invasions, Kesari Veer tells the story of Hamirji Gohil (Sooraj Pancholi), a fearless Rajput prince determined to defend his homeland.

During a daring rescue mission, he crosses paths with Rajal (Akanksha Sharma), a mysterious young woman who quickly wins his heart. Her adoptive father, Vegdaji (Suniel Shetty), a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva, soon becomes Hamirji’s trusted ally.

Together, they stand against the brutal Tughlaq general Zafar Khan (Vivek Oberoi), who vows to desecrate and loot the sacred Somnath Temple. As the threat looms large, Hamirji and Vegdaji lead a spirited battle to protect their faith and heritage.

Review:

Kesari Veer sets out to tell the inspiring story of Hamirji Gohil, a legendary warrior whose sacrifice deserves cinematic tribute. The subject matter is rich with potential for a gripping historical drama, but unfortunately, the film falls short due to mediocre execution.

Sooraj Pancholi, in the lead role, fails to bring depth or emotion to Hamirji Gohil. His performance is rather monotonous and his expressions remain flat throughout, whether he’s portraying love, anger, or patriotism. The role demands a commanding presence, but Pancholi simply doesn’t rise to the occasion.

On the other hand, Suniel Shetty’s performance veers into a melodramatic pitch. While Akanksha Sharma looks visually appealing, her face seems too modern and feels out of place in a period setting. Sooraj and Akanksha’s chemistry is lacklustre too.

The standout performance comes from Vivek Oberoi as the antagonist Zafar Khan. His portrayal brings a much-needed intensity, even if it heavily resembles Ranveer Singh’s Alauddin Khilji. Among the Kesari Veer cast, Oberoi is the only one who manages to make a lasting impression.

The visual effects are noticeably poor. Scenes meant to feel epic often come across as unintentionally comical.

Ultimately, Kesari Veer had all the right elements to become a memorable film. However, the lack of emotional depth, underwhelming performances, and subpar visuals prevent it from doing justice to its powerful source material. This was a story that truly deserved better.