In a decisive move to counter viral falsehoods, producers of ‘The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond’ have declared that their teaser and trailer are intact and untouched. Sunshine Pictures labeled circulating reports of deletions as ‘completely unfounded,’ releasing an official rebuttal from New Delhi.
With the Kerala High Court yet to issue any directive on the promotional content, both the teaser and trailer stay live on official channels. The production team appealed to journalists, online influencers, and citizens alike: ‘Please do not propagate rumors without fact-checking; such actions only create needless chaos.’
The statement follows a recent court notice served to the makers during a hearing on a petition questioning the CBFC’s green light for the movie. The filer contends that the visuals portray entrapment of women via love affairs followed by coerced religious conversions, spanning various states but branded under a Kerala-specific title.
Critics in the petition highlight how the marketing ties narratives of terror plots and forced faith changes predominantly to Kerala. The tagline ‘Ab sehenge nahi, ladenge’ at the teaser’s close is accused of stoking vengeful sentiments and risking communal discord. Furthermore, it’s claimed the CBFC overlooked key provisions of the 1952 Cinematograph Act prohibiting content that undermines public tranquility or decency.
Since its January 30 debut, the teaser has ignited backlash. It showcases the harrowing journey of three young Hindu women (Ulka Gupta, Aishwarya Ojha, Aditi Bhatia), seduced into relationships that mask sinister conversion schemes. Their hijab-clad confessions build to a rallying cry that has polarized viewers.
As legal proceedings unfold, the filmmakers stand firm, positioning the film as a bold extension of its original’s unflinching gaze on sensitive issues. The controversy underscores ongoing tensions around cinematic portrayals of religion, relationships, and radicalization in India.