'The Kerala Story' crew member receives threat, Mumbai Police provides security
1 year, 7 months ago

'The Kerala Story' crew member receives threat, Mumbai Police provides security

Hindustan Times  

A crew member of the movie 'The Kerala Story', received a threatening message from an unknown number, according to Mumbai Police. As per the police, Sudipto Sen, director of the film 'The Kerala Story' informed police about the threat message. As per the police, Sudipto Sen, director of the film 'The Kerala Story' informed police that one of the crew members received a message from an unknown number. The Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal banned the film 'The Kerala Story' citing "maintenance of peace" and to avoid incidents of "hatred and violence" in the state on May 8.

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The Kerala Story criticised by religious leaders of the state during Eid sermons: ‘We should not become tools…’
8 months, 1 week ago

The Kerala Story criticised by religious leaders of the state during Eid sermons: ‘We should not become tools…’

Hindustan Times  

While addressing the faithful at the famed Palayam Juma Masjid in Thiruvananthapuram during Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, Imam V P Suhaib Maulavi cautioned against attempts by vested interests to create division in society. He said the screening of the controversial movie The Kerala Story and the ongoing discussions revolving around it were part of such attempts. Religious leaders in the state criticise …

‘But you said…’: Union minister reacts as Left opposes DD's decision to air ‘The Kerala Story’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘But you said…’: Union minister reacts as Left opposes DD's decision to air ‘The Kerala Story’

Hindustan Times  

Citing Left Democratic Front's previous assertions declaring its support for freedom of expression, Union minister V Muraleedharan on Friday questioned Kerala's ruling alliance over its opposition to Doordarshan's decision to air “The Kerala Story.” The story of ‘The Kerala Story’ movie revolves around the lives of three girls from the state who narrate their ordeal of being trapped in marriage …

‘Don’t become propaganda machine for BJP’: CM Pinarayi Vijayan asks Doordarshan not to air ’The Kerala Story’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Don’t become propaganda machine for BJP’: CM Pinarayi Vijayan asks Doordarshan not to air ’The Kerala Story’

Live Mint  

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has denounced Doordarshan's decision to telecast "The Kerala Story" and has asked the public broadcaster to withdraw from screening the controversial movie. A political controversy has erupted surrounding the film 'The Kerala Story,' released last year. Kerala opposition leader V D Satheesan wrote on the X platfrom, “The strategy of the Sangh Parivar administration led …

CM Vijayan asks Doordarshan to withdraw screening of ‘The Kerala Story’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

CM Vijayan asks Doordarshan to withdraw screening of ‘The Kerala Story’

Hindustan Times  

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Thursday condemned the Doordarshan's decision to telecast "The Kerala Story" and asked the public broadcaster to withdraw from screening the controversial movie, saying it would only "exacerbate communal tensions" ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan He also asked the national broadcaster not to become a "propaganda machine" for the BJP and …

The Kerala Story OTT release date: Adah Sharma’s movie to stream online. Details
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The Kerala Story OTT release date: Adah Sharma’s movie to stream online. Details

Live Mint  

Sudipto Sen's The Kerala Story which made quite a buzz upon its release and gained huge numbers on Box Office is all set to begin its OTT journey on Zee5. The makers of Kerala Story have also claimed that the film industry has ‘ganged up’ to punish them for the box office success. About The Kerala Story The film follows …

The Kerala Story OTT Release February 16 ZEE5 Adah Sharma Sudipto Sen Vipul Amrutlal Shah
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The Kerala Story OTT Release February 16 ZEE5 Adah Sharma Sudipto Sen Vipul Amrutlal Shah

ABP News  

New Delhi: As the Adah Sharma-starrer 'The Kerala Story' is set for the OTT release, director Sudipto Sen shared that tackling such a sensitive topic and translating it into a film is no small feat. Inspired by real events, 'The Kerala Story' which has created quite a buzz during its theatrical release, delves into the sensitive and complex issue of …

Adah Sharma's 'The Kerala Story' makers announce next film 'Bastar'. Know more about the project
1 year, 5 months ago

Adah Sharma's 'The Kerala Story' makers announce next film 'Bastar'. Know more about the project

India TV News  

Adah Sharma's film, 'The Kerala Story,' made its theatrical debut on May 5 and made waves at the box office despite facing controversies. After film's huge success, filmmakers Vipul Shah and Sudipto Sen, who recently worked together on 'The Kerala Story', are now all set to come up with a new project titled 'Bastar'. About The Kerala Story Vipul Shah …

The Kerala Story can’t find offers from any OTT platform
1 year, 5 months ago

The Kerala Story can’t find offers from any OTT platform

Live Mint  

Sudipto Sen's The Kerala Story made quite a buzz upon its release and the film was a box office success. In an interaction with news website Rediff, The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen rejected reports of the film being ready for streaming claiming they haven't got suitable offers from any OTT platorms. The makers of Kerala Story have also claimed …

Exclusive| The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen reacts to Kamal Haasan calling it ‘propaganda’: There are very stupid…
1 year, 6 months ago

Exclusive| The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen reacts to Kamal Haasan calling it ‘propaganda’: There are very stupid…

Hindustan Times  

Sudipto Sen directorial The Kerala Story has been embroiled in controversy ever since its release. What Kamal Haasan said “Propaganda films I am against,” Kamal Haasan said at a presser in Abu Dhabi, adding, “It’s not enough if you just write ‘true story’ at the bottom as a logo. It has to really be true, and that is not true.” …

Kamal Haasan calls The Kerala Story a propagandist film: It's not enough if you write 'true story'
1 year, 6 months ago

Kamal Haasan calls The Kerala Story a propagandist film: It's not enough if you write 'true story'

Hindustan Times  

Actor-politician Kamal Haasan has commented on Sudipto Sen's controversial movie, The Kerala Story and called it a propaganda film. Kamal Haasan on The Kerala Story As quoted by the news agency ANI, Kamal Haasan said, “I told you, it's propagandist films that I am against. It has to really be true and that is not true.” The Kerala Story and …

The Kerala Story box office collection Day 22: Adah Sharma's film witnesses further drop
1 year, 6 months ago

The Kerala Story box office collection Day 22: Adah Sharma's film witnesses further drop

India Today  

Adah Sharma's The Kerala Story finally crossed Rs 200 crore at the box office worldwide. THE KERALA STORY BO DAY 22 Director Sudipto Sen's The Kerala Story released in theatres on May 5 amid several controversies. Watch the trailer: ABOUT THE KERALA STORY The Kerala Story follows the story of a Hindu woman from Kerala, played by Adah Sharma. The …

The Kerala Story box office collection Day 21: Adah Sharma's film registers all-time low numbers
1 year, 6 months ago

The Kerala Story box office collection Day 21: Adah Sharma's film registers all-time low numbers

India TV News  

Adah Sharma's film, 'The Kerala Story,' made its theatrical debut on May 5 and has been making waves at the box office despite facing controversies. On its 21st day in theaters, "The Kerala Story," helmed by director Sudipto Sen, witnessed a major drop in its box office performance. According to trade reports, 'The Kerala Story' recorded its lowest collection till …

The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen was ‘not prepared for backlash’
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen was ‘not prepared for backlash’

Hindustan Times  

The Kerala Story continues to be highly debated, while it also keeps churning money at the box office. The Kerala Story has been directed by Sudipto Sen. Director Sudipto Sen was prepared for the reactions- but not the extreme pushback. This is because I never thought the political debate which has erupted, is necessary.” The film has been made tax …

‘Bengal distributors being asked not to show The Kerala Story', claims film's director
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Bengal distributors being asked not to show The Kerala Story', claims film's director

Hindustan Times  

‘The Kerala Story’ director Sudipto Sen has alleged that the film's distributors are receiving calls and being asked not to screen the film. Sen's remark comes a day after the Supreme Court stayed the ban imposed by the West Bengal government in the state, paving way for the controversial film to be screened in the theatres there. "Mr Salve, on …

Vipul Shah addresses the media on the court's verdict of lifting the ban of The Kerala Story in West Bengal, Telangana
1 year, 7 months ago

Vipul Shah addresses the media on the court's verdict of lifting the ban of The Kerala Story in West Bengal, Telangana

Firstpost  

Yesterday, the court lifted the ban from the film ‘ The Kerala Story’ from the state of West Bengal and Telangana. The film’s director Sudipto Sen and actress Adah Sharma travelled and addressed media while film’s producer and creative director Vipul Amrutlal Shah joined virtually and responded live to the media over a TV screen. Vipul Amrutlal Shah’s well-budget film …

The Kerala Story director alleges theatre owners receiving calls not to show film after SC stays ban in WB
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story director alleges theatre owners receiving calls not to show film after SC stays ban in WB

India Today  

On May 18, the Supreme Court stayed West Bengal government's order banning The Kerala Story in West Bengal and Telangana. THE KERALA STORY PRESS EVENT IN KOLKATA Along with Sudipto Sen and Adah Sharma, The Kerala Story producer Vipul Shah answered media queries. READ | SC stays West Bengal's ban on 'The Kerala Story' Sudipto Sen also alleged that the …

Two Keralas exist inside Kerala, says 'Kerala Story' director Sudipto Sen
1 year, 7 months ago

Two Keralas exist inside Kerala, says 'Kerala Story' director Sudipto Sen

Deccan Chronicle  

As the controversial movie The Kerala Story has been released across theatres in those states which have not banned the movie, it’s director Sudipto Sen and producer Vipul Shah reiterated that the movie is not propaganda against Muslim community. Sudipto Sen, while addressing a press conference, said that two Keralas exist inside Kerala - one which is like a picture, …

'The Kerala Story' Movie Case : Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
1 year, 7 months ago

'The Kerala Story' Movie Case : Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court is hearing petitions related to the controversial movie "The Kerala Story".The producer of the film, Sunshine Productions, has approached the Court challenging the ban imposed by the State of West Bengal against the movie and the alleged shadow ban in Tamil Nadu.The Court is also considering petitions filed by individuals challenging the refusal of the Kerala High …

'The Kerala Story' contains hate speech, based on manipulated facts: Bengal defends ban in SC
1 year, 7 months ago

'The Kerala Story' contains hate speech, based on manipulated facts: Bengal defends ban in SC

India Today  

The West Bengal government on Tuesday submitted its response to the Supreme Court regarding the ban imposed on the screening of the movie 'The Kerala Story' within the state. In its defense, the government argued that the film contains hate speech and is based on manipulated facts, which could potentially lead to communal disharmony and law and order issues in …

The Kerala Story Box Office Collection Day 9: Adah Sharma-Sudipto Sen's film crosses Rs 100 crore
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story Box Office Collection Day 9: Adah Sharma-Sudipto Sen's film crosses Rs 100 crore

India TV News  

The Kerala Story Box Office Collection Day 9: Sudipto Sen and Adah Sharma's film is unstoppable. Produced by Vipul Shah, The Kerala Story also stars Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Siddhi Idnani and Sonia Balani. The Kerala Story Box Office report In West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has imposed a ban on the film, citing concerns about maintaining peace and …

The Kerala Story released in over 200 screens in US and Canada amid controversy
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story released in over 200 screens in US and Canada amid controversy

Live Mint  

After its hitting all the charts and becoming a big commercial success, The Kerala Story was released on more than 200 screens in the US and Canada on Friday. The Kerala Story is a mission which is beyond the creative boundaries of cinema, a movement that should reach the masses all over the world and raise awareness," Sen told a …

'The Kerala Story' director Sudipto Sen: 'The film is a movement that should reach the masses all over the world'
1 year, 7 months ago

'The Kerala Story' director Sudipto Sen: 'The film is a movement that should reach the masses all over the world'

Firstpost  

Amid all the controversy surrounding Sudipto Sen and Vipul Shah’s ‘ The Kerala Story’, the director-producer duo has spoken about the importance of their subject and the intent behind making this film. Sen first said in a statement, “The country was in denial of the long existing issue in the state of Kerala. The Kerala Story is a mission which …

The Kerala Story box office report remains promising despite call for ban
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story box office report remains promising despite call for ban

Live Mint  

Controversial film The Kerala Story has been making headlines recently, with mixed reactions and calls for a ban. Directed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, The Kerala Story stars Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Siddhi Idnani and Sonia Balani in the lead roles. The film has faced criticism for claiming that 32,000 girls from Kerala state went missing …

Despite ban in few states, The Kerala Story trumps The Kashmir Files at the box office - here's how
1 year, 7 months ago

Despite ban in few states, The Kerala Story trumps The Kashmir Files at the box office - here's how

Firstpost  

Director Sudipto Sen’s The Kerala Story grabbed the headlines and audience’s attention right from its teaser, which was released last year. And for the the few still calling #TheKeralaStory a propaganda film,saying these incidents do not exist even after watching testimonials of several Indian victims,,,my humble request, Google two words ISIS and Brides.maybe an account of white girls narrated to …

Supreme Court to hear appeal after HC refuses to stay 'The Kerala Story' release
1 year, 7 months ago

Supreme Court to hear appeal after HC refuses to stay 'The Kerala Story' release

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court will hear on Monday an appeal against a Kerala High Court interim order refusing to stay the release of the controversial Sudipto Sen movie 'The Kerala Story', which claims to depict the 'forced recruitment and conversion of young girls and women by the Islamic State'. The petitions filed before the Kerala High Court last week argued 'The …

The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen says a boy 'apologised for abusing' producer after watching film
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen says a boy 'apologised for abusing' producer after watching film

Hindustan Times  

Director of The Kerala Story Sudipto Sen has said that only those people are protesting against his latest film who have not watched it at all. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, he also claimed that a boy had been sending abusive messages to the producer ever since the film's teaser came out, and after watching the film, the …

‘Will explore legal avenues if…,’ The Kerala Story producer on West Bengal ban
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Will explore legal avenues if…,’ The Kerala Story producer on West Bengal ban

Live Mint  

The Kerala Story' is “likely to cause a breach of peace,” the West Bengal government said in a notification on Monday explaining why it has prohibited the screening of the film. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said, “It is to avoid any incident of hatred and violence, and maintain peace in the state.” The CM also mentioned 'Kashmir Files', …

Not quite the Kerala story
1 year, 7 months ago

Not quite the Kerala story

The Hindu  

Propaganda, it is said, is best delivered when it doesn’t appear to be so. About a fortnight before its release, The Kerala Story was called out by many for its gross misrepresentation of facts and deceit as the trailer claimed to portray the true story of “32,000 women” from Kerala, who it said were lured through ‘love jihad’ into joining …

\"New type of terrorism which is without ammunition...\": Nadda on 'The Kerala Story'
1 year, 7 months ago

\"New type of terrorism which is without ammunition...\": Nadda on 'The Kerala Story'

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: After watching the movie 'The Kerala Story', Bharatiya Janata Party national president JP Nadda said that there is a new type of terrorism which is without ammunition, adding that the film exposes "poisonous terrorism". Earlier, while addressing a rally in poll-bound Karnataka, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that 'The Kerala Story' movie is based on a terror conspiracy. The …

Nadda on ’The Kerala Story’: ’…Terrorism which is without ammunition...’
1 year, 7 months ago

Nadda on ’The Kerala Story’: ’…Terrorism which is without ammunition...’

Live Mint  

After watching the movie 'The Kerala Story', Bharatiya Janata Party national president JP Nadda said that there is a new type of terrorism that is without ammunition. While talking to reporters, Nadda said, "There's a new type of terrorism which is without ammunition, 'Kerala Story' exposes that poisonous terrorism. Earlier, while addressing a rally in poll-bound Karnataka, Prime Minister Narendra …

Adah Sharma responds to people still calling The Kerala Story a ‘propaganda film’
1 year, 7 months ago

Adah Sharma responds to people still calling The Kerala Story a ‘propaganda film’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Adah Sharma who is the lead actor in Sudipto Sen's directorial The Kerala Story took to Twitter and shared a note for those who are ‘still calling it a propaganda film.' In a new tweet, Adah wrote, “And for the few still calling #TheKeralaStory a propaganda film, saying these incidents do not exist even after watching testimonials of several …

Vivek Agnihotri warns The Kerala Story team will get ‘unimaginable hate, feel suffocated': Your lives won't be same
1 year, 7 months ago

Vivek Agnihotri warns The Kerala Story team will get ‘unimaginable hate, feel suffocated': Your lives won't be same

Hindustan Times  

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has given the team of The Kerala Story a 'bad news' a day after its release. Taking to Twitter on Saturday, Vivek penned a long note in which he told film's producer Vipul Shah, director Sudipto Sen and actor Adah Sharma that their lives henceforth 'will not be the same'. I was told that cinema must destroy …

The Kerala Story BO: Sudipto Sen's film earns over ₹8 crore amid controversy
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story BO: Sudipto Sen's film earns over ₹8 crore amid controversy

Hindustan Times  

The Kerala Story, which found itself engulfed in controversies, has earned over ₹8 crore at the domestic box office. According to the makers, The Kerala Story unearths the events behind approximately 32,000 women going missing in Kerala who are converted, and deployed in terror missions in India and the world. The Kerala Story is backed by Sunshine Pictures Private Limited, …

PM Narendra Modi invokes ‘The Kerala Story’, says ‘anti-India’ plot exposed in film
1 year, 7 months ago

PM Narendra Modi invokes ‘The Kerala Story’, says ‘anti-India’ plot exposed in film

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is campaigning in Karnataka’s Bellary has mentioned the Hindi film ‘The Kerala Story’ in his speech and alleged that the Congress is trying to oppose the film. PM Modi invokes ‘The Kerala Story’, says ‘anti-India’ plot exposed in film Speaking at Bellary, PM Modi said, “The movie ‘The Kerala story’ is trying to expose the …

PM Modi on ‘The Kerala Story’ controversy: ’Film shows ugly truth’
1 year, 7 months ago

PM Modi on ‘The Kerala Story’ controversy: ’Film shows ugly truth’

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday reacted to the ongoing controversy over the film ‘The Kerala Story’, saying that the movie is based on a terror conspiracy. Addressing a rally in Ballari of poll-bound Karnataka, PM Modi said ‘The Kerala Story’ shows the ugly truth of terrorism and exposes the plans of terrorists. PM MODI ON ‘THE KERALA STORY’ | …

Vipul Shah's The Kerala Story: Accurate or not, the film has steam
1 year, 7 months ago

Vipul Shah's The Kerala Story: Accurate or not, the film has steam

Firstpost  

According to the US State Department report titled ‘Country Reports on Terrorism 2020: India’, “There were 66 known Indian-origin fighters affiliated with ISIS, as of November”. Helmed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, the film is all set to hit the theatres on May 5, 2023.The Kerala Story’ stars Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Siddhi Idnani and Sonia …

Is The Kerala Story a ’work of fiction’? Supreme Court says this
1 year, 7 months ago

Is The Kerala Story a ’work of fiction’? Supreme Court says this

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed petitions filed by Jamiat Ulama I Hind and others challenging the release of the movie ‘The Kerala Story’ to move the Kerala high court. The movie makers who were represented in Court by senior advocate Harish Salve said ‘they are not agreeable to the introduction of a new disclaimer.’ The Apex Court asked Kerala …

How Adah Sharma's The Kerala Story can be a huge surprise at the box office?
1 year, 7 months ago

How Adah Sharma's The Kerala Story can be a huge surprise at the box office?

Firstpost  

Until the teaser of The Kerala Story arrived in November last year, people hardly had any idea about the tragic story of the Malayalam-speaking state, which talks about the conversion of 32,000 women to Islam followed by recruitment in the terror group, Islamic State. While the film sparked controversy right from the word go with many political parties demanding a …

Why Congress leader Shashi Tharoor slammed The Kerala Story: ‘Not our Kerala story’| Explained
1 year, 7 months ago

Why Congress leader Shashi Tharoor slammed The Kerala Story: ‘Not our Kerala story’| Explained

Firstpost  

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor tells the makers, ‘It may be your Kerala story. The trailer of Sen’s film ‘The Kerala Story’ came under fire as it claimed that 32,000 girls from the state went missing and later joined the terrorist group, ISIS. Leader of Opposition in Kerala Legislative Assembly VD Satheesan recently said that the film ‘The Kerala Story’ should …

The Kerala Story: Tharoor joins row opposing ’32,000 women joined ISIS’ claim
1 year, 7 months ago

The Kerala Story: Tharoor joins row opposing ’32,000 women joined ISIS’ claim

Live Mint  

The political leaders and ministers in Kerala have weighed in on opposing a movie 'The Kerala Story' which claims to have uncovered the ‘hidden truth’. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor have cited ‘Sangh propaganda’ and false claims in opposing the movie respectively. The Kerala Story movie poster says ‘uncovering the truth that was kept hidden’. See Tharoor's …

‘The Kerala Story’ an attempt to spread hate propaganda, says Pinarayi Vijayan
1 year, 7 months ago

‘The Kerala Story’ an attempt to spread hate propaganda, says Pinarayi Vijayan

The Hindu  

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday said the upcoming movie The Kerala Story was a product of the Sangh Parivar’s “factory of lies”. Propaganda films and the othering of Muslims should be viewed in the context of various efforts made by the Sangh Parivar to gain an advantage in electoral politics in Kerala,” Mr. Vijayan said in a Facebook …

Movie 'The Kerala Story' an attempt to destroy state's communal harmony: Ruling CPI(M), opposition Congress
1 year, 7 months ago

Movie 'The Kerala Story' an attempt to destroy state's communal harmony: Ruling CPI(M), opposition Congress

The Hindu  

The ruling CPI and opposition Congress in Kerala on Friday lashed out against the controversial upcoming movie 'The Kerala Story', saying freedom of expression was not a licence to spew venom in society, and the film was an attempt to destroy the communal harmony of the state. 'The Kerala Story', written and directed by Sudipto Sen, is portrayed as "unearthing" …

The Kerala Story: DGP orders FIR after controversial film teaser sparks outrage
2 years, 1 month ago

The Kerala Story: DGP orders FIR after controversial film teaser sparks outrage

Hindustan Times  

Kerala director general of police Anil Kant on Tuesday directed Thiruvananthapuram police commissioner Sparjan Kumar to register a case against the crew of film “The Kerala Story” for allegedly portraying the state as a safe haven of terrorists. Two days back, a Tamil Nadu-based journalist BR Arvindakshan wrote to the country’s film certification board chief Prasoon Joshi and others seeking …

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