“The Kerala Story” is a Bollywood film that gained a lot of attention in 2023, following the success of another hit movie called “Pathaan.” It focuses on the disturbing news reports about the recruitment of young women from Kerala by ISIS, who were allegedly radicalized and sent to terror camps.
The film stars four actresses: Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, and Siddhi Idnani.While the makers of “The Kerala Story” initially planned for an online release on popular OTT platforms, they are now facing difficulties in securing a favorable deal.
Despite being certified as a hit in the industry, they have not received any promising offers.
Filmmaker Sudipto Sen expressed his frustration, claiming that a certain section of the industry is trying to punish them for their success.
He believes that the success of “The Kerala Story” has angered many individuals.On the other hand, sources suggest that OTT platforms are looking for movies that are both thought-provoking and entertaining.
Unfortunately, “The Kerala Story” is seen by some as a propaganda film, and certain audiences are upset with its content.
Adah Sharma, one of the actresses in the film, expressed her gratitude for its success, especially considering the challenges posed by the pandemic.
She clarified that the movie is against terrorism and not targeted at any particular community.However, “The Kerala Story” faced controversies even before its release.
Vivek Agnihotri, the director of “The Kashmir Files,” warned the team that they might face consequences if the film did well.It appears that “The Kerala Story” may follow a similar path, with delayed availability on an OTT platform.
Comparisons were drawn between “The Kashmir Files” and “The Kerala Story,” with critics suggesting that the former had more artistic merits.Additionally, “The Kerala Story” was not released in West Bengal due to concerns raised by the government about potential social unrest.
The film’s subject matter touched upon the pressing issue of polarization in society, which is evident from its impact on social media.
Despite these obstacles, “The Kerala Story” continues to enjoy a successful run in theaters, with a five-week screening period being a dream come true for the cast and crew.The team remains hopeful that they will eventually secure a suitable deal for an OTT release.
