- By Swati Singh
- Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:55 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond, which sparked intense debate during its theatrical run, is now gearing up for its digital premiere. Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh, the film is set to arrive on OTT nearly two months after its release in cinemas. The film hit theatres on February 27, 2026 and serves as a spiritual continuation of The Kerala Story. Despite delivering an average performance at the box office, its release was surrounded by widespread debate, legal hurdles and criticism over alleged communal undertones.
The Kerala Story 2 OTT Release
The Kerala Story 2 will stream on Zee5 from May 8, 2026.
The film builds on the narrative of its predecessor, tracing the journeys of several young women from different parts of India. It delves into their personal lives while addressing themes such as relationships, claims of religious conversion, and the pressures imposed by society.
The Kerala Story 2 Cast
Ulka Gupta as Surekha
Aditi Bhatia as Divya
Aishwarya Ojha as Neha
Sumit Gahlawat as Salim
Arjan Singh Aujla as Faizan
Yuktam Kholsa as Rasheed
Alka Amin as Hafsa Begum
The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond sparked major legal and political controversy following its teaser and trailer, leading to a petition in the Kerala High Court challenging its certification by the Central Board of Film Certification. The film drew criticism from leaders like Pinarayi Vijayan and Shashi Tharoor over its themes, while others defended creative freedom.
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Despite receiving a U/A certificate in India and an 18 rating from the British Board of Film Classification, debates over its content, potential communal impact and political influence intensified, even prompting the court to seek a screening of the film.