‘Kesari 2’: Gajraj Rao showers praise on Ananya Panday for her performance in the courtroom drama |

Veteran actor Gajraj Rao has nothing but admiration for Ananya Panday‘s performance in the latest historical drama ‘Kesari Chapter 2.’ Known for his discerning eye and memorable performances, Rao was all praise for Ananya’s portrayal of Dilreet Gill, a key character in the film that explores the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
Speaking about Ananya’s work, Gajraj Rao said that she is “kahin bhi kamzor nahi” – meaning there wasn’t a single moment where her performance felt weak. Coming from an actor of his stature, the compliment carries weight and signals how far Ananya has come as an artist. Rao’s words reflect not just encouragement but genuine admiration for her commitment and growth.

In ‘Kesari Chapter 2,’ directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, Ananya steps into a challenging role quite different from her earlier work. The film, which features an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan, required its actors to bring authenticity and emotional depth to a story rooted in a painful chapter of Indian history. According to Gajraj Rao, Ananya rose to the occasion and delivered a performance that adds significant value to the narrative.
Ananya Panday, who has often faced skepticism regarding her acting skills in her early career, seems to be coming into her own. Rao’s recent endorsement only strengthens her growing reputation as a serious performer in Bollywood.
Reacting to the praise, Ananya expressed heartfelt gratitude towards Gajraj Rao, calling it a huge moment for her. She mentioned that getting appreciation from a senior actor she respects immensely is deeply motivating and encourages her to keep pushing her boundaries.
Meanwhile, if we talk about the box office success of the movie. ‘Kesari 2’, despite having a touch competition from ‘Jaat’ and ‘Ground Zero’, has continued to maintain a strong hold. The film has entered successfully into second week and has crossed the Rs. 50 crore mark.