R Madhavan expresses gratitude to ‘Kesari 2’ director Karan Tyagi for his guidance

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R Madhavan expresses gratitude to ‘Kesari 2’ director Karan Tyagi for his guidance

Synopsis

Actor R. Madhavan thanks Karan Singh Tyagi, the director of ‘Kesari 2’, for his unwavering support and motivation during filming. Madhavan celebrates Tyagi on his birthday and acknowledges his remarkable contributions, sharing behind-the-scenes moments and expressing his admiration for the director's dedication and talent.

Key Takeaways

  • Madhavan appreciates Tyagi's motivation.
  • Tyagi's background in law and filmmaking.
  • ‘Kesari 2’ focuses on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
  • Dharma Productions acknowledges Tyagi's storytelling.
  • Film features Ananya Panday and Regina Cassandra.

Mumbai, April 21 (NationPress) Actor R. Madhavan has conveyed his heartfelt thanks to ‘Kesari 2’ director Karan Singh Tyagi for his tremendous support and encouragement during the filming process.

On Karan’s birthday, Madhavan shared a touching note where he disclosed how the director motivated him to achieve his finest performance in the historical drama. In a sweet tribute on Tyagi’s special day, the 'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' star posted an authentic photo of the director along with some exclusive behind-the-scenes images of them together on the sets of ‘Kesari 2’.

For the caption, Madhavan expressed, “To the most sincere, hard-working, honest, and talented first-time director I’ve ever had the honor of collaborating with. I am thrilled and privileged to have you in my life @karanstyagi. Thank you for all the love, care, and motivation to push myself to excel. Your dedication was remarkable, and you truly deserve all the admiration and affection you are receiving. I am incredibly happy for you, my dear.”

Dharma Productions also released a video montage showcasing images of Karan Singh Tyagi on set, where he is seen engaging with the actors, guiding them, and detailing the scenes. Sharing the video on Instagram, the production company remarked, “To the storyteller who made history resonate once more — Happy birthday, @karanstyagi!”

Karan Singh Tyagi made his directorial debut with ‘Kesari Chapter 2’, a film inspired by the book ‘The Case That Shook the Empire’ by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. The narrative revolves around C. Sankaran Nair and the events that unfolded after the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Not many are aware that Karan, a filmmaker based in Mumbai, shifted from law to cinema after obtaining an LL.M. from the esteemed Harvard University. He reportedly holds memberships with both the New York State Bar and the Bar Council of India and has previously worked at leading law firms in Paris and New York, gaining invaluable international legal experience before pursuing his true passion for filmmaking.

On a related note, Kesar: Chapter 2 also features Ananya Panday and Regina Cassandra. Set against the backdrop of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the film premiered in theatres on April 18, 2025.