Kesari Veer starring Sooraj Pancholi, Suniel Shetty, and Vivek Oberoi has struggled at the box office since its theatrical release on May 23, 2025. The historical action drama about warrior Hamirji Gohil’s fight against the Tughlaq Empire to protect Somnath Temple is now heading to OTT platforms after disappointing cinema collections.
Amazon Prime Video has acquired the streaming rights for Kesari Veer. The film will arrive on the platform in July first week on a rental basis, followed by free availability for all Prime subscribers two weeks later.
About the Movie
Kesari Veer tells the heroic tale of Hamirji Gohil, a brave Rajput warrior from Gujarat who fought against Zafar Khan and the Tughlaq Empire in the late 14th century. Set during a time when Islamic invaders were destroying Hindu temples and forcing conversions, the film showcases how Hamirji united with veteran warrior Vegdaji to protect the sacred Somnath Temple.
The movie features Sooraj Pancholi as Hamirji Gohil, Suniel Shetty as Vegdaji, Vivek Oberoi as the antagonist Zafar Khan, and Akanksha Sharma as Rajal. Directed by Prince Dhiman and produced by Chauhan Studios, this period drama runs for 2 hours 41 minutes.
Kesari Veer OTT Release Date
Kesari Veer is currently playing in cinemas but will soon make its digital debut. The film will stream on Amazon Prime Video starting July first week 2025 initially as a paid rental1. After two weeks, it will become available for free to all Prime Video subscribers1.
The movie was originally scheduled for March 14, 2025, then postponed to May 16, 2025, before finally releasing on May 23, 2025. According to reports, the OTT release timing coincides with other films like Kapkapiii and Bhool Chuk Maaf also arriving on streaming platforms.
Box Office Collection
Kesari Veer has been a major box office disaster, earning just ₹0.62 crore in its lifetime theatrical run. The film, made on a budget of ₹60 crore, opened with a dismal ₹0.10 crore on day one and peaked at ₹0.20 crore on Sunday.
Here’s the detailed breakdown of its poor performance:
| Day | Collection | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹0.10 cr | – |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹0.15 cr | +50% |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹0.20 cr | +33% |
| Week 1 Total | ₹0.55 cr | – |
| Lifetime Total | ₹0.62 cr | – |
The film struggled with extremely low occupancy rates, averaging just 6.62% in its final week. Despite featuring established stars like Suniel Shetty and Vivek Oberoi, Kesari Veer became one of 2025’s biggest Bollywood disasters, ranking as the second-lowest grossing Hindi film of the year after Kapkapiii.
Critics panned the film for its weak screenplay, over-the-top performances, and poor visual effects, while audiences rejected it completely. The movie’s failure highlights how even star power cannot save poorly executed historical dramas in today’s competitive market.
Will Kesari Veer find a second life on OTT platforms where viewers can watch it from home comfort?
