In a significant development, the Kerala High Court has cleared the release sanction of the much-discussed film The Kerala Story 2, removing the stay that had been imposed earlier by a Division Bench of the court.
The judgment, which was delivered just now, effectively lifts the temporary ban on the screening of the movie. With the legal hurdle now removed, the film will be released in theatres from today as originally scheduled.
The Division Bench had earlier stayed the release sanction following petitions challenging certain aspects of the film. The petitioners had raised concerns over the content and its potential social impact. However, after hearing detailed arguments from both sides, the High Court has now permitted the film’s release, allowing the screening to proceed.
The latest order brings clarity to theatre owners and distributors who were awaiting the court’s decision amid uncertainty over the film’s release. With the stay vacated, theatres are preparing for scheduled screenings.
The Kerala Story 2 has been a subject of public debate even before its release, drawing both support and criticism from different sections. The court’s decision is expected to have a significant impact on the film’s box office prospects.
Further details of the High Court’s observations and reasoning are awaited.
More updates will follow as information becomes available.