Vipul Shah`s The Kerala Story 2 has been mired in legal troubles since its announcement. The film, starring Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta and Aishwarya Ojha, was scheduled to hit theatres on February 27, 2026. However, it has been facing backlash for its portrayal of Indian Muslims. It has also been accused of defaming the state and exaggerating beef-eating claims. Read on to know the full controversy.

Actress Bhavana Menon is currently in the news ever since the verdict was delivered by the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court, which acquitted actor-producer Dileep, while convicting six other accused for sexually assaulting her in 2017. Bhavana Menon, has spoken out against actor Dileep`s acquittal and expressed disappointment.