The Kerala Story 2 director on film being labelled 'propaganda': 'If we’ve shown anything wrong, I’ll quit filmmaking'

Ever since the trailer was released, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has been facing controversy as it is being labelled as 'propaganda' while some also said that it presented the truth.

Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta, and Aishwarya Ojha for The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond

The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond, directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, faces intense controversy for allegedly spreading "propaganda" and promoting anti-Muslim narratives. Even filmmaker Anurag Kashyap called it "bullsh*t," while Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan previously criticised the franchise as a toxic attempt to tarnish the state's secular image. Now, the film's director addressed the criticism ahead of its February 27 theatrical release.

What did director Kamakhya Narayan Singh say about The Kerala Story 2?

Speaking to ANI, director Kamakhya Narayan Singh said that he has been a documentary filmmaker and always made documentaries and films that address social evils and issues within society, films that raise questions and encourage people to reflect on what is happening around them.

"That is why I always conduct deep research to understand a problem thoroughly before releasing a film or documentary.” He further asserted his confidence in the film’s authenticity, adding, “I have done my work with complete integrity, trust me. If we have shown anything wrong in the film, I will quit filmmaking," he added.

The trailer for The Kerala Story 2 has sparked mixed reactions, with supporters describing it as a bold portrayal of reality and detractors calling it propaganda. The film centres on allegations of religious conversion and coercion, set against the backdrop of Kerala, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.

As the debate intensified on social media and public forums, Singh reiterated that the film reflects extensive research and an ethical approach to filmmaking.

What's the story of The Kerala Story 2?

The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond broadens the canvas of its predecessor, tracing the journeys of three Hindu women, an aspiring scholar, an athlete and a dancer, whose promising futures unravel after they are drawn into deceptive marriages. The film centres on themes of lost potential, broken aspirations, and the struggle to rebuild their identities. The film stars Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta, and Aishwarya Ojha in lead roles.

Unlike the first film, which focused tightly on Kerala, the sequel extends the narrative across different Indian states. The film centres on the struggle to reclaim a "stolen self," dealing with themes of social pressure, personal relationships, and alleged religious conversion.

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The Kerala Story 2 FAQs

Q: Is The Kerala Story 2 coming?

A: The Kerala Story 2 will be released in cinemas on February 27, 2026.

Q: Is The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond a direct sequel to The Kerala Story (2023)?

A: The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond is not the direct sequel to the 2023 film, The Kerala Story, as it will depict a different narrative of three Hindu women.

Q: Who are the lead actors in The Kerala Story 2?

A: The Kerala Story 2 stars Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta, and Aishwarya Ojha in the lead roles.

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