Despite all the controversies surrounding it, ‘The Kerala Story’ has been making waves at the box office and is on track to gross 150 crore. In 2023, this movie came in second place to Shah Rukh Khan's ‘Pathaan’. Yes, the movie is about to be released in the UK after being banned in several Indian states.
Bollywood actress Adah Sharma, who captured hearts with her performance in the movie, is incredibly happy at this news and posted a message on Twitter to share it. She related anecdotes from the movie's production and expressed her happiness that it was finally released in the UK after 13 days in India.
(Also Read: The Kerala Story: Filmmaker Sudipto Sen Introduces the 3 Young Women Who Inspired the Movie)
Many people are criticising the movie and arguing that it is not authentic. Three Hindu girls are compelled to convert to Islam and join ISIS after falling victim to terrorism, as told in the movie. The portrayal has not been well received by the Muslim community, who are protesting it and labelling it a propaganda movie.
(Also Read: The Kerala Story: The Filmmakers To UNVEIL A Significant News In A Crucial Press Conference)
‘The Kerala Story's’ creators, however, are adamant that it does not target any particular faith but rather just illustrates terrorism and that no community should be offended by it. ‘The Kashmir Files’ is now airing a topic that is dividing the internet.