Ananya Panday's 'epic' monologue from Kesari 2 leaks online, Internet debates: 'On average, still the Sobo Girl' | Mint

Bollywood actor Ananya Panday is often questioned about her acting skills amid continuing debates about nepotism in the industry. In the latest, her addition to the Dharma Productions courtroom drama Kesari chapter 2 is also with criticism. Some approved her in the film, but others still feel that she could have done it better. Ananya Panday’s leaked scene from Kesari Chapter 2 Mixed reactions to her performance in the film tightened after a monologue scene with Ananya Panday of Kesari 2 leaked online. The caption of the video reads: “This scene was so epic!” The scene, located in court, also contains R Madhavan. Kesari 2 Monologue The scene is an intense moment from the film where Ananya as Advocate Dileet Gill roster a witness on the court’s position. It also contains Madhavan alias Neville McKinley, an Anglo-Indian lawyer appointed to defend the British and save the case. In the scene, Ananya says: “monkey Aise benefits Kar Rahi Hain Jaise Aapko Pharak Hi Nahi Padh Raha. Aaap Itni Besahrmi’s Jhoot Kaise Bol Sakti Hain? Kya Aapko Iss Liye Sharm Aa Rahi Hai Hai Kyunki Woh I Hindustani Hain? Zyada important Hai? To say that this person …) ”Look here: Internet responds to Ananya Panday in Kesari 2 sharing the cut, someone wrote on Instagram,” If someone says Ananya is not a good actress, they show this scene. Hear if I see it. “I saw the film, her acting was average, she only delivers dialogues without expressions (sic),” says another. Another said, “Ananya improves her acting skills that she has done a good job (sic).” Someone also said, “I realize that everyone has their opinions, but it is honest to see that people are constantly breaking her down. Yes, she comes from a privileged background, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t work hard. Improve her acting, and it is unfair to judge her based on the beginning of her career. ‘ Kesari 2 Stars Akshay Kumar in the lead role as Indian lawyer C Sankaran Nair. First published: 29 Apr 2025, 23:18 IST