Teaser: 'Kesari Veer' brings untold story of Somnath's bravest warrior
13 Feb 2025

The much-awaited teaser for the historical biopic, Kesari Veer: Legend of Somnath, starring Suniel Shetty, Sooraj Pancholi, and Vivek Oberoi is finally out.

The film tells the valiant tale of Hamirji Gohil, a fearless warrior who stood guard at the holy Somnath Temple and protected the Hindu temple from the mighty Tughlaq Empire. The film hopes to showcase Gohil's courage, sacrifices, and determination.

Helmed by Prince Dhiman, it will hit the theaters on March 14.

'Kesari Veer' narrates Hamirji Gohil's heroic tale
Plot details

The teaser, clocking one minute and 47 seconds, promises to be a perfect mix of action, emotion, and epic storytelling with power-packed performances from its lead actors.

It features Oberoi as the antagonist, Zafar Khan, while Shetty plays Vegda, fighting alongside Pancholi to protect their faith. The supporting cast includes Aruna Irani, Barkha Bisht, Kiran Kumar, Bhavya Gandhi, and Meenakshi Chugh.

The clip prominently highlights Pancholi, who sheds his 'boy-next-door' romantic image to embrace a completely different, fierce avatar.

Shetty trains in weaponry for the role
Preparation

To get into the skin of his character, Raja Vegdaji Bhil, Shetty has trained in horse riding and weaponry.

He reportedly honed his horse-riding skills and learned to use period-appropriate weapons like self-made spears, slings, axes, bows and arrows, knives, and swords. Shetty also trained in archery and guerrilla warfare.

In the story, Gohil and Vegdaji join forces in a 10-day battle against the Mughal emperor.

The action sequences were choreographed by South Indian action director Kevin Kumar.