The controversial film "The Kerala Story 2" was released nationwide after a court lifted a ban, reigniting debate over its baseless 'love jihad' claims.

The Kerala Story 2, which was released on February 28, 2026, after a Kerala High Court lifted a previous ban, continues its predecessor's controversial narrative by portraying Hindu women as victims of alleged Muslim-led coercion, forced conversions, and deceptive relationships. The film, directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, claims to be based on real events but instead tells a dramatized, ideologically charged story that critics say promotes the baseless "love jihad" conspiracy. Despite claims of national importance and free expression, the film has received criticism for reinforcing stereotypes, sensationalizing trauma, and lacking factual accuracy. The High Court's reversal of a stay allowed nationwide screenings, but protests continued, particularly in Kerala.