The Kerala Story 2: Rape Scenes, Kissing Visual Reduced By 50%; CBFC Asks For Around 16 Cuts Or Modifications In Film - Report
· Free Press Journal
The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond has landed in controversy, and while petitions have been filed against the film to ban the release, the film has been passed by Central Board Of Film Certification with U/A 16+ certification. However, according to a report in Bollywood Hungama, CBFC has asked for around 16 cuts or modifications in the film.
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The kissing visuals and rape scenes were reduced by 50%. A lip-lock scene was asked to be trimmed by 7 seconds. The rape scenes were shortened by 20 seconds. A scene, in which a woman is being slapped, and another scene in which a woman's head is being hit, were both reduced by 2 seconds.
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Apart from the cuts and modifications, the filmmakers were told to add a disclaimer stating that The Kerala Story 2 is based on true events. They were also asked to make the disclaimer text stay on screen 2 minutes and 3 seconds longer, and include a voice-over with it. In addition, they had to submit the full script with dialogues and provide proper documents to prove that the story is based on real events. Lastly, they submitted a consent letter to the CBFC for casting a minor in the film.
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The Kerala Story 2 Release Date
The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond is slated to release on February 27, 2026. However, petitions have been filed to ban the release of the film. Reportedly, the Kerala High Court will be watching the movie on Wednesday, before announcing their verdict on the petitions.