The trailer of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has finally been released, and within hours it has sparked strong reactions across social media. Without any flashy build-up or big promotional event, the makers dropped the trailer quietly — but the impact was anything but quiet. Viewers are already divided. Some are calling it bold and hard-hitting, while others feel it may once again trigger controversy.
After the commercial success and nationwide debate around the first film, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah is now returning with a sequel that promises to expand the narrative beyond Kerala and into a larger, more intense storyline. With the film set to hit theatres on 27 February 2026, the big question many are asking is — what exactly does this new chapter show, and why has the trailer created such a strong reaction so quickly?
The Kerala Story 2 Release Date and Official Confirmation
The makers have officially unveiled the trailer and confirmed that the film will release in cinemas on February 27, 2026.
It is directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under the Sunshine Pictures banner. The film is co-produced by Aashin A. Shah and Ravichand Nallappa. The screenplay is co-written by Amarnath Jha and Vipul Amrutlal Shah.
A few days before the trailer launch, the makers also released a song from the film titled “O Maayi Re,” composed by Mannan Shah, who has also given the background score. The lyrics are written by Manoj Muntashir.
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Cinematography: Abhijeet Chaudhari
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Production Design: Juhi Talmaki
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Editing: Sanjay Sharma
So this is not speculation. The project is officially locked and ready for release.
What Is The Kerala Story 2 About?
The trailer opens with a very strong warning message. It suggests that in the next 25 years, India could be turned into an Islamic state governed by Sharia law. This opening line has already sparked intense debate across social media.
After that, the story moves into three separate narratives. Unlike the first film which was largely set in Kerala, this sequel expands its horizon.
The three parallel storylines take place in:
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Rajasthan
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Madhya Pradesh
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Kerala
Each story focuses on a Hindu girl who enters a relationship with a Muslim man. According to the trailer’s narrative, these relationships allegedly lead to coercion, pressure, and attempts at religious conversion.
The three stories do not appear directly connected, but they share a similar emotional pattern — trust, betrayal and trauma.
The Rajasthan Storyline Explained
In Rajasthan, a Hindu family is shown approaching a police station to file a POCSO complaint. They claim that their 16-year-old daughter has been manipulated and forced into religious conversion.
The trailer shows emotional scenes of parents crying and demanding justice. It also hints at legal complications and social tension surrounding the case.
This portion of the story focuses heavily on family pain — something many Indian viewers may emotionally connect with.
The Madhya Pradesh Angle
The second narrative shifts to Madhya Pradesh. Here, a young Hindu woman is allegedly deceived into marriage under false identity claims.
After marriage, she reportedly faces pressure to convert. The trailer shows emotional breakdowns and glimpses of physical and psychological trauma.
This track appears to focus on deception in relationships and the consequences that follow.
The Kerala Track And Its Intense Moments
The third storyline takes place in Kerala. In this part, a Muslim man proposes a live-in relationship to his Hindu girlfriend. When she refuses to convert, tensions rise sharply.
The trailer includes disturbing visuals where she is allegedly forced to eat beef and is shown being confined by him and his family. These scenes are intense and may not be comfortable for all viewers.
This is perhaps the most talked-about segment of the trailer because of its strong imagery.
Who Are The Lead Actors?
The film stars:
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Ulka Gupta
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Aditi Bhatia
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Aishwarya Ojha
They play the three young women whose lives take a dark turn after falling in love.
From the trailer alone, their performances look emotionally demanding. There are scenes of crying, confrontation, and resistance.
Unlike commercial Bollywood films with glamour and songs, this one looks serious and message-driven.
What Makes This Sequel Different?
The first The Kerala Story focused mainly on a Kerala-based narrative around religious conversion and extremism. It created huge political and social debates but also performed strongly at the box office.
Now, with Goes Beyond, the makers claim they are expanding the narrative. According to them, the sequel aims to explore what they describe as a larger organised agenda of religious conversion.
The promotional message shared by the makers on social media read along the lines of standing up and not staying silent this time. It suggests that the women in this story will fight back rather than just suffer.
That shift — from victimhood to resistance — seems to be the central theme.
Trailer Reactions And Debate
As expected, the trailer has received mixed reactions.
Supporters say:
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It raises uncomfortable but important questions
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It shows realities that are often ignored
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It highlights parental fears and social tension
Critics argue:
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It may deepen religious divides
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The messaging feels extreme
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The visuals are too provocative
The teaser includes strong scenes and dialogues that some viewers feel cross into divisive territory. However, no official ban or legal block has been announced so far.
The film remains scheduled for theatrical release.
The Kerala Story 2 Full Movie Information & Updates
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Will The Kerala Story 2 Create Another Controversy?
The Kerala Story 2 is not just a sequel. It is a continuation of a debate that already divided audiences once before.
Whether viewers see it as bold storytelling or controversial cinema will depend on personal perspective. But there is no doubt that the trailer has successfully created curiosity.
With its theatrical release set for February 27, all eyes are now on how audiences respond once the full story unfolds.
One thing is certain — people will not ignore this film.
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