The Kerala Story 2: Release Update and Producer's Insights

The Kerala Story 2 has recently been in the spotlight due to a temporary court stay on its release. After the Kerala High Court lifted the order, the film premiered in theaters. Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah addressed concerns about the film's portrayal of Kerala, emphasizing that it does not depict the state negatively. Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh, the film features a talented cast and a compelling storyline. The Kerala High Court has also directed a re-examination of the film's controversial aspects. Read on to learn more about the film and its reception.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 27, 2026, 23:06 IST

The Kerala Story 2's Release and Court Developments

The film The Kerala Story 2 has been making headlines for various reasons. Recently, the Kerala High Court issued a temporary stay on its release for a period of 15 days. Featuring Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta, and Aishwarya Ojha, the movie was initially set to premiere on February 27. Thankfully, the sequel was eventually released in theaters after the court lifted the stay order. In light of this, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah shared his thoughts on the situation during an interview.

Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah Discusses the Film

Shah emphasized that neither the film nor his team holds any negative sentiments towards Kerala or its residents, describing the state as a beautiful and 'God-loving' place. He stated in Hindi that if any issues arise in the state, their goal is to highlight and address them. He assured viewers that the film does not portray Kerala or its people negatively, stating, "If you watch the film, you will see that we have not said anything bad about Kerala or its people. This film reveals the actions of certain criminals, some of whom are from Kerala, while others are from Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Hence, we titled it The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond." Shah expressed confidence that audiences will recognize the film's intent is not to cast Kerala in a poor light. He also noted that the lifting of the stay order by the Kerala court serves as a testament to the film's credibility and expressed his gratitude to the court.

Details About The Kerala Story 2

Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh, The Kerala Story 2 features a storyline crafted by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and Amarnath Jha. Produced under Sunshine Pictures, the film's music is composed by Mannan Shaah and Rahul Suhas, with Abhijeet Chaudhari handling cinematography and Sanjay Sharma in charge of editing.

Recently, the Kerala High Court instructed the Central Board of Film Certification to review The Kerala Story 2 again, particularly focusing on its controversial elements. Are you planning to catch The Kerala Story 2 in theaters? Share your thoughts on social media.