Amid The Kerala Story 2 release, Sumit Gahlawat reacts to 'propaganda' tag: 'Talks about acting is happening less'

After the Kerala HC lifted the stay on release, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond found its path to release in theatres on the evening of February 27. Since the release of the trailer, the film has been criticised and has been given the 'propaganda' tag. Actor Sumit Gahlawat, who played Salim in the film, reacted to the tag. 

What did Sumit Gahlawat say about The Kerala Story 2 getting 'propaganda' tag?

Speaking to Free Press Journal, Sumit Gahlawat noted that it's normal to have different opinions, but he wants his acting efforts to be highlighted in the conversation as well. He said, "As an actor, I feel a little bad that talks about actors and acting is happening less. A lot of hard work has been put in, so it feels better when someone talks about acting." 

Sumit further added that everyone has the right to speak. "I also say many things, which maybe someone else doesn't like. As an actor, that seems a bit bad, but otherwise, whatever people want to say, they can," he said.

Also Read: The Kerala Story 2 - Goes Beyond Review: An unrestrained sequel that forgets the basics of craft

What's the plot of The Kerala Story 2

The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond follows three Hindu women, an aspiring scholar, an athlete and a dancer, whose lives turn upside down after they are allegedly trapped in fraudulent marriages and coerced religious conversions. Featuring Ulka Gupta, Aditi Bhatia and Aishwarya Ojha, the spiritual sequel to the 2023 film, The Kerala Story, widens its lens beyond Kerala to depict similar narratives unfolding across various Indian states.

The film focuses on the alleged, organised conversion and indoctrination of women, exploring the loss of freedom, the weaponisation of love, and the consequences of "love jihad" conspiracies. It is positioned as a sequel to the 2023 film The Kerala Story, which continues the narrative of extremist threats and the grooming of young women.

The film is directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. 

The Kerala Story FAQs

Q: Is The Kerala Story available on OTT platforms?

A: The Kerala Story is available on ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium).

Q: Is The Kerala Story 2 not releasing?

A: The Kerala Story 2 was released in cinemas on February 27 in the evening.

Q: Who stars in The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond?

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