Controversy Erupts Over 'The Kerala Story 2' as Legal Battles and Political Opposition Intensify

Union Minister Giriraj Singh came forward on Friday to voice his support for 'The Kerala Story 2,' asserting that the film reveals some hard truths, and filmmakers should not be denied the right to showcase their view to the nation. Addressing reporters, Singh emphasized that if such media is hidden from public view, the youth might find themselves perplexed.

However, 'The Kerala Story 2’ hit another snag as the Kerala High Court issued a notice to the Central Board of Film Certification and the creators of the film. This legal move followed a petition by Sreedev Namboothiri from Chittariparamba, who seeks to revoke the film's censor certificate. The petitioner alleges that the sequel offers harmful and stereotypical depictions that tarnish the state's image without merit. The hearing is set for February 24.

The politically charged film, recently releasing its intense trailer, illustrates Hindu women's tumultuous experience with Islamic men, transitioning from romance to control and oppression. With writing credits to Amarnath Jha and Vipul Amrutlal Shah and direction by Kamakhya Narayan Singh, the film has ignited fierce political debates, notably drawing criticism from Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who accuses the sequel of sparking communal unrest.