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The Kerala Story 2: Court Stay, Box Office Records Loom
26 Feb
Summary
- The Kerala Story 2 faces a court stay, delaying its February 27, 2026 release.
- The prequel, The Kerala Story, opened to ₹8.03 crore in 2023.
- The sequel aims to surpass the prequel's box office records despite legal challenges.
The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, originally set for a February 27, 2026 theatrical debut, is now facing an interim stay issued by the Kerala High Court. This legal challenge has halted its planned release. The film had already begun generating revenue through advance ticket sales, with 5,000 tickets sold on BMS prior to the court's decision.
Despite the controversy, the makers intend to contest the stay. This legal battle has inadvertently amplified the film's buzz. The prequel, The Kerala Story, was a surprise box office success in 2023, opening with ₹8.03 crore. The sequel's success will be measured against this benchmark.
The sequel, featuring a new cast including Ulka Gupta, Aditi Bhatia, and Aishwarya Ojha, aims to emulate its predecessor's performance. It will also vie for a higher position in the list of top 10 female-centric Bollywood openers, a list where the original film currently holds the 9th spot.
