The trailer launch of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has ignited a fierce political and social debate, drawing sharp criticism from Abu Asim Azmi, a Samajwadi Party MLA and the father-in-law of actress Ayesha Takia. Azmi has dismissed the film’s narrative as a collection of “lies” designed to harass the Muslim community.
Azmi’s Stand on the Controversy
Speaking to the media following the trailer release, Abu Asim Azmi alleged that the film promotes a false narrative of “Love Jihad.” He emphasized that while forced marriage is a crime that deserves punishment, the film’s portrayal of systematic entrapment is a fabrication.
“This is all about hatred and lies… It is an attempt to harass Muslims. The country should run according to the Constitution, but right now, I feel the situation is getting out of hand.”
Political Pushback & Kerala’s Response
Azmi is not alone in his criticism. The film has faced significant opposition from high-ranking officials in Kerala:
- Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan: The CM slammed the sequel, labeling it “false propaganda” by the Sangh Parivar. He argued that the makers are portraying mutual-consent marriages as communalism to destroy the state’s secular fabric.
- Congress MP K.C. Venugopal: He accused the filmmakers of “inventing stories” to insult Kerala, specifically citing scenes in the trailer where a character is allegedly forced to eat beef.
About the Film
Unlike the first part, which focused heavily on ISIS recruitment, the sequel appears to expand its scope across multiple Indian states.
| Feature | Details |
| New Lead Cast | Ulka Gupta, Aditi Bhatia, and Aishwarya Ojha (replacing Adah Sharma) |
| Director | Kamakhya Narayan Singh |
| Producer | Vipul Amrutlal Shah |
| Release Date | February 27, 2026 |
| Plot Focus | Alleged forced conversions and “grooming” in Rajasthan, MP, and Kerala. |
While some netizens have praised the film for being “hard-hitting,” others have called for a boycott, labeling it a “propaganda tool” ahead of the 2026 elections.