Mumbai: Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has openly criticised The Kerala Story 2, becoming the first major voice from the Hindi film industry to publicly speak against the film. Although the film has been criticized by a number of individual voices in the film fraternity as far as its supposedly Islamophobic overtones are concerned, Kashyap has brought a new dimension to the subject.
Reacting to the controversial trailer, Kashyap did not hold back and called the film “bullsh*t propaganda.” He also took a sharp dig at a viral scene that shows a woman being force-fed beef. Stating his lack of belief, he asked whether such a sequence was real and no one is fed simple food and much more so beef in such a violent way. His comments trended fast, becoming a major source of talk on the social media sites.
Filmmaker Is Just Greedy, Says Kashyap
In going even further, Kashyap had specifically come out at director Vipul Shah, calling him a profit first and responsibility last director. Kashyap claims that the movie is intended to split the population and inject into some feelings just to make profit. He stated that the motive appears to be aimed at earning money and being likable to everyone, as opposed to telling a truthful or sensitive story.
Kashyap’s blunt comments have resonated with many who believe cinema carries a social responsibility. At the same time, his strong words have also triggered sharp reactions from supporters of the film, making the controversy around The Kerala Story 2 even more intense.
About The Kerala Story 2 and Its Upcoming Release
The Kerala Story 2 is the sequel to The Kerala Story, which had earlier sparked nationwide debate due to its politically sensitive subject. The second part is scheduled to release in theatres on February 27, 2026. The trailer already gained enormous adherents on the Internet, although it has not been spared of criticism, particularly concerning scenes that are seen by a high number of people as inspiring fear and stereotypes.
Despite the growing criticism, the film continues to generate high buzz, and its box office performance is being closely watched. The debate on the movie has now transcended the film and made inroads into a broader cultural and societal discourse, with well-known film critics like Anurag Kashyap openly criticizing its storyline.
As the release date approaches, all eyes remain on how The Kerala Story 2 will be received by audiences and whether the controversy will impact its theatrical run.
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