The Kerala High Court has urgently notified filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah, the producer of “Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond,” following a petition challenging the film’s certification and requesting the removal of the word “Kerala” from its title. During the hearing, the court questioned the effectiveness of the petition since the film had already been released and viewed by a large audience. However, considering the film’s OTT release, the court agreed to further examine the matter.
The petitioner’s counsel argued that the issue remains relevant as the movie is now accessible on digital platforms. The court acknowledged that the legality of challenging a film certification through such a petition could be assessed during the final hearing. The petition alleges that the film’s content tarnishes Kerala’s reputation and incites social discord, with accusations against the producer under specific legal provisions.
The plea also includes a request to involve Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited in the case, as the film premiered on an OTT platform on May 1. Additional documents, such as an email to the platform’s grievance officer and social media screenshots, have been submitted, claiming that the film portrays a biased narrative against Keralites and minority communities. This recent petition follows earlier legal disputes surrounding the film’s release, with the court now set to review the new plea amid the film’s digital availability.
