The Madras High Court restrained unlawful online and cable broadcasts of The Kerala Story 2 after its theatrical release. Producer Vipul Shah said the sequel was driven by the need to highlight a “larger issue,” not franchise strategy
03 March,2026 02:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Despite getting relief from the Kerala High Court, The Kerala Story 2 ran into fresh protests. Screenings were cancelled in Kannur and Thiruvananthapuram after DYFI activists staged demonstrations and burnt posters outside theatres
28 February,2026 03:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Vipul Amrutlal Shah hit back at Anurag Kashyap over criticism of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, defending the sequel against propaganda claims and questioning Kashyap’s credibility. The debate over the film’s intent and portrayal continues publicly
28 February,2026 03:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The Kerala High Court stayed a single judge’s order halting the release of The Kerala Story 2 - Goes Beyond, clearing the way for its screening. Producer Vipul Shah thanked the court and reiterated that the film does not portray Kerala negatively
27 February,2026 08:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
