Anurag Kashyap has called The Kerala Story 2 “bullsh*t propaganda,” accusing the makers of trying to divide people for profit. Meanwhile, the Kerala High Court has issued notice over the film’s certification following objections to its promotional material
22 February,2026 08:09 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The Kerala Story 2 producers, CBFC and MIB have received a notice from the Kerala High Court after a petition was filed against the film seeking a halt on its release. The petitioner alleged that the teaser of the movie shows Kerala in a bad light
19 February,2026 05:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond receives a U A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification. Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah says the rating helps the film reach young girls and families, despite criticism and political backlash ahead of its February 27 release
19 February,2026 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has criticised The Kerala Story 2, alleging that the sequel spreads false propaganda. Calling it an attack on Kerala’s secular fabric, he urged people to reject attempts to portray the state as a hub of communalism and terrorism
19 February,2026 09:48 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
