Kerala High Court Stays Release of 'The Kerala Story 2' Pending Certification Review

The Kerala High Court has imposed a 15-day interim stay on the release of the film 'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond,' originally scheduled for February 27, citing prima facie non-application of mind by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in granting its U/A certificate. Petitioners argue the film misrepresents Kerala and risks disturbing communal harmony, while producers maintain the film is based on true incidents and certified appropriately. The court has directed the CBFC to reconsider its certification, with further hearings pending.