Exciting news for movie lovers! Adah Sharma’s much-awaited film, “The Kerala Story,” is set to premiere on the popular OTT platform ZEE5 on February 16. The film, directed by Sudipto Sen and backed by Vipul Shah, has generated buzz for its intriguing storyline.
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Plot Overview:
“The Kerala Story” revolves around three girls – Shalini (Adah Sharma), Nimah (Yogita Bihani), and Geetanjali (Siddhi Idnani) – who are manipulated by their roommate, Asifa (Sonia Balani), into converting to another religion. The movie unfolds in two parts: the first half depicts the girls being manipulated, while the second half follows Shalini’s journey as Fatima Ba, a converted member of a terrorist group, and her imprisonment in Afghanistan. The film sheds light on incidents that occurred between 2018-19, revealing how young individuals from Kerala were influenced by a terrorist group.
Release Details:
Adah Sharma shared the release date on her Instagram, stating that “The Kerala Story” will premiere on ZEE5 on February 16. She expressed her excitement and thanked the makers for their hard work. Vipul Shah, thrilled about the OTT release, urged families to watch the film together, emphasizing its importance.
Director’s Perspective:
Director Sudipto Sen, acknowledging the sensitivity of the topic, expressed gratitude for the film’s box office success and encouraged those who haven’t seen it yet to experience it on ZEE5. He emphasized that the stories portrayed in the film are real and provide a unique cinematic experience.
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Controversy:
Despite its success, “The Kerala Story” faced controversy over its trailer’s claim that 32,000 women went missing in Kerala, leading to objections and a ban in West Bengal. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee labeled it a ‘distorted story,’ but the Supreme Court later lifted the ban, allowing the film to reach a wider audience.
