‘);
});
The controversy surrounding The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond intensified on February 24 after reports surfaced claiming that the film’s teaser had been removed amid legal scrutiny. Nevertheless, the makers have categorically denied these claims.
The Kerala Story 2 teaser row: Makers deny removal rumours as Kerala High Court questions CBFC certification
In an official statement, Sunshine Pictures clarified that the circulating news concerning the teaser being taken down is fake adding, “Sunshine Pictures would love to categorically make clear that the news currently circulating regarding the removal of The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond teaser is totally false, baseless, and misleading. The matter is presently sub judice. No judgment or order has been passed by any court directing the removal of any content. We’ve not deleted or taken down any material. Each the teaser and the trailer of The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond proceed to stay available across all our official platforms. We strongly urge media houses, digital platforms, and individuals to refrain from spreading unverified information and speculative reports. Such misinformation only creates unnecessary confusion”.
The clarification comes after the Kerala High Court raised serious questions over the certification granted to the film by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas, while hearing three petitions in search of a stay on the film’s release and cancellation of its certification, observed that the CBFC holds significant responsibility, especially when a movie portrays a secular state like Kerala through what petitioners describe as a communal lens.
In the course of the hearing, the Court remarked on Kerala’s secular fabric and communal harmony, questioning whether due consideration had been given to how the state is represented within the film. The judge noted that portraying events as occurring across the state could give a “incorrect indication” and potentially incite passion, which is precisely where the censor board’s role becomes crucial.
The Court further observed that for the reason that film is projected as being inspired by true events, the concerns raised by the petitioners appear to have some prima facie justification. Justice Thomas also identified that the inclusion of the name ‘Kerala’ within the title heightens public apprehension, particularly if the narrative may lead to communal tension.
Senior Advocate S. Sreekumar, representing the producers, agreed in the course of the hearing to remove the prevailing teasers until the Court delivers its verdict and offered to rearrange a special screening for the judge. The Court is now expected to observe the film before proceeding with further hearings.
The sequel follows the controversial The Kerala Story, which depicted women from Kerala allegedly being recruited into ISIS. Petitioners in the present case have argued that the sequel’s promotional material — including the tagline “ab sahenge nahin… ladenge” — could incite confrontation and disturb public order. Multiple pleas have challenged the CBFC’s certification under Section 5B of the Cinematograph Act, 1952, alleging misrepresentation, regional vilification, and potential communal disharmony.
The matter will now move forward after the scheduled screening, with the Court set to look at the film before taking a call on the pending petitions.
Also Read: Kerala HC questions CBFC over certification of The Kerala Story 2; court to observe film before verdict
More Pages: The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond Box Office Collection
BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES
Catch us for contemporary Bollywood News, Latest Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, Latest Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2026 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama.