Carrying fear, fury, and truth in every frame, the teaser of The Kerala Story 2- Goes Beyond has signaled a stark escalation from the first chapter. Directed by National Award winner Kamakhya Narayan Singh, the film brings to the forefront the harrowing story of three Hindu girls, played by Ulka Gupta, Aishwarya Ojha, and Aditi Bhatia, whose lives take a terrifying turn after they fall in love with three Muslim boys, relationships that gradually reveal a calculated agenda of religious conversion.

What begins as trust, affection, and emotional vulnerability soon spirals into manipulation and entrapment. The teaser lays bare the chilling reality of how love is weaponised, identities are stripped away, and belief becomes a battleground. The atmosphere is tense, unsettling, and charged with unease, each visual soaked in dread and suppressed rage.

The teaser focuses on how the girls will not bear the consequences but give it back to them. The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond is not just about suffering anymore. This time, the girls do not remain silent victims of circumstance. These women refuse to simply endure the consequences of deception. They rise. They fight back.

Echoing through the teaser is the slogan that defines the film’s soul and spirit: “Ab Sahenge Nahi… Ladenge!”

Following the massive impact of The Kerala Story, which shook audiences nationwide with its bold narrative, the sequel promises to push boundaries even further, going beyond comfort, beyond silence, and beyond denial. Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh, The Kerala Story 2- Goes Beyond is produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, co-produced by Aashin A Shah under the banner Sunshine Pictures. The film is slated to release in cinemas on February 27, 2026.

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Inspired by absolutely true events and stark realities, The Kerala Story (2023) made waves with its bold and fearless narrative on love jihad and conversion. The film went on to become a rare ‘Black Swan event’ at the box office and also clinched the National Award in two categories. Now, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah is all set to push boundaries even further with The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond.

The recently released motion poster is spine-chilling, unsettling, and brimming with raw rage. Featuring the haunting faces of women consumed by tears, fear, and anger, the poster strongly hints that the sequel will delve far deeper into terrifying realities than what audiences witnessed in the first installment. Undoubtedly one of the most disturbing motion posters to date, it promises petrifying truths that will unfold on the big screen.

Produced under the banner of Sunshine Pictures, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond is directed by National Award winner Kamakhya Narayan Singh and written by Amarnath Jha and Vipul Amrutlal Shah. The film is co-produced by Aashin A. Shah, with music composed by Mannan Shaah and lyrics penned by Manoj Muntashir. The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond is slated for a theatrical release on 27th February 2026.

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Film and television producer-director Vipul Shah-backed Sunshine Pictures, Lumino Industries and M&B Engineering have received Sebi’s go-ahead to raise funds through initial public offerings (IPOs), an update with the markets regulator showed on Tuesday.

The three firms, which filed their preliminary IPO papers with Sebi during January-February, obtained their observations between June 9 and June 13.

In Sebi’s parlance, obtaining observations means its go-ahead to float the public issue.

As for the Sunshine Pictures issue, its IPO comprises a total offer size of 83.75 lakh equity shares, including a fresh issue of 50 lakh shares and an Offer-for-Sale (OFS) of 33.75 lakh shares by promoters, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP).

Promoter Vipul Amrutlal Shah is proposing to sell 23.69 lakh shares, while Shefali Vipul Shah plans to offload 10.05 lakh shares.

The company plans to utilise the proceeds from the fresh issue to meet its long-term working capital requirements, allocating up to Rs 94 crore to support future growth and operations, along with other general corporate purposes.

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The film, which stars young women from all over Bharat, seeks to provide performances that are genuine, organic, and firmly grounded in reality.

Vipul Amrutlal Shah and Sunshine Pictures Limited have officially announced the release date of their much-anticipated film, The Kerala Story 2, which is officially titled Beyond The Kerala Story. The film is slated to hit theatres on February 27, 2026.

Once more, the story goes back to the unvarnished realities of life, elevating the voices of actual victims, revealing hidden truths, and highlighting events taking place in our own neighbourhoods.

The film, which stars young women from all over Bharat, seeks to provide performances that are genuine, organic, and firmly grounded in reality. Sunshine Pictures Limited unveiled the release date through a motion poster, which carried a powerful message. The text on the poster read:

They said it was just a story.

They tried to silence it.

They tried to discredit it.

But the truth didn’t stop.

Because some stories don’t end.

This time, it goes deeper.

This time, it hurts more.

Beyond The Kerala Story

The original film, The Kerala Story, released in 2023, sparked widespread national discourse and went on to win the National Awards for Best Direction and Best Cinematography. With Beyond The Kerala Story, the makers promise another hard-hitting narrative, elevated in both storytelling depth and cinematic scale.

Emerging as one of the most talked-about franchises in recent times, Beyond The Kerala Story is carrying strong momentum and is being widely anticipated as one of the biggest theatrical releases of 2026. This instalment delves into true stories from across Bharat, expanding the scope and impact of the franchise.

Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under his banner Sunshine Pictures Limited, Beyond The Kerala Story is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Kamakhya Narayan Singh and co-produced by Aashin A Shah. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on February 27, 2026.

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A motion poster released by the makers confirmed the date and offered an early insight into the film’s tone. The text on the poster reads:

“They said it was just a story. They tried to silence it. They tried to discredit it. But the truth didn’t stop. Because some stories don’t end. This time, it goes deeper. This time, it hurts more.”

Expanding the Narrative

According to the makers, Beyond The Kerala Story revisits real-life accounts, focusing on voices of victims and stories that have often remained unheard. The film introduces fresh talent as its leading women, with performances described as organic and rooted in lived realities from across different regions of India.

Unlike its predecessor, which largely centred on events in Kerala, the upcoming film widens its lens to include true stories from across Bharat, aiming to present a broader perspective while retaining its grounded, documentary-style approach to storytelling.

Franchise Background

The Kerala Story, released in 2023, emerged as one of the most discussed films of the year, generating nationwide debate. The film went on to receive the National Award for Best Direction and Best Cinematography, further cementing its place in contemporary Hindi cinema.

Building on that momentum, Beyond The Kerala Story is being described as more expansive in scale and more intense in its narrative treatment. The makers have positioned the film as a hard-hitting continuation rather than a standalone sequel.

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Beyond The Kerala Story is produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under the banner of Sunshine Pictures Limited. The film is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Kamakhya Narayan Singh and co-produced by Aashin A Shah.

With its release date now locked and promotional material already generating attention, Beyond The Kerala Story is shaping up to be one of the major theatrical releases of 2026, as anticipation builds around how the film will expand on the themes introduced in the first installment.

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The makers, Sunshine Pictures Limited, have revealed that the film is scheduled to arrive in cinema halls on February 27 this year.

They unveiled a motion poster announcing the release date of the film on social media. The asset on the clip went like this:

“They said it was just a story.

They tried to silence it.

They tried to discredit it.

But the truth didn’t stop.

Because some stories don’t end.

This time, it goes deeper.

This time, it hurts more.

Beyond The Kerala Story”.

“…and it continues, Beyond the Kerala Story…Presented by Vipul Amrutlal Shah & Sunshine Pictures. Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh…Co-produced by Aashin A Shah…In cinemas on 27th February, 2026”, the caption on the post read.

Refreshing your memory, the 2023 release “The Kerala Story” sparked widespread discourse across the country. Despite this, the project was able to bag not one but two National Awards, for ‘Best Direction’ and ‘Best Cinematography’.

Directed by Sudipto Sen and starring Adah Sharma, “The Kerala Story”

revolves around the indoctrination of aspiring nurses, two Hindu and one Christian. The project is claimed to be based on true events that took place in a north Kerala district.

Now “Beyond The Kerala Story” promises to be another hard-hitting narrative elevated both in terms of storytelling and scale.

The sequel returns to the rawness of real life, bringing forth voices of real victims, truths hidden in plain sight, and stories unfolding in our own neighborhoods.

Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under his banner Sunshine Pictures Limited, “Beyond The Kerala Story” has been directed by National Award winner Kamakhya Narayan Singh. Co-produced by Aashin A Shah, the film is set for a theatrical release on February 27.

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Known for backing impactful cinema and memorable soundtracks, Shah has now set up a dedicated vertical to discover, nurture, and promote fresh musical talent. Vipul Amrutlal Shah launched his music vertical, Sunshine Music, in a special ceremony at Mumbai’s iconic Siddhivinayak Temple. It will offer free-to-watch web series that will be released consistently on their YouTube channel. This is an exciting announcement from the filmmaker and promises abundant entertainment in the times ahead.

Sunshine Pictures Digital will open doors for new writers, creators, actors, and key technicians to showcase their talent on a strong and respected platform. The move to create free-to-watch web series ensures wider reach, making it easier for emerging talent to be discovered by large audiences. With Vipul Amrutlal Shah’s vision and Sanjay Upadhyay heading the digital wing, the structured leadership will help streamline opportunities for fresh creative minds. Sunshine Pictures’ legacy of successful films builds confidence that the same excellence will be extended to new and young talent in the digital space.

The project is co-produced by Aashin A. Shah, with music head Suresh Thomas overseeing the creative direction and rollout of the label’s first major release. Shah’s films are known for their soulful and melodious tracks, and his musical stories like Namastey London, London Dreams, Action Replayy, and Singh Is Kinng remain among the highest-rated for their music.

Vipul Amrutlal Shah is synonymous with creating impactful cinema and choosing versatile stories, making him one of the most respected and successful producers in the Indian entertainment industry.

The digital wing will be led by Sanjay Upadhyay, the head of Sunshine Pictures Digital, and produced by Aashin A. Shah.

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Known for backing strong narratives and memorable soundtracks, Shah has now created a dedicated vertical to discover and promote new musical talent. He formally launched Sunshine Music at Mumbai’s Siddhivinayak Temple. The digital arm will release free-to-watch web series on the company’s YouTube channel, offering audiences regular content while giving emerging talent greater visibility.

Sunshine Pictures Digital opens structured opportunities for writers, creators, actors, and technicians to showcase their work on an established platform. With Shah’s vision supported by Sanjay Upadhyay helming the digital division, the initiative aims to bring new voices into the spotlight. Sunshine Pictures’ track record of successful films lends weight to its expansion into digital storytelling.

The project is co-produced by Aashin A. Shah, while Suresh Thomas leads the music label’s creative direction and rollout. Shah’s films are known for their enduring soundtracks, with titles like Namastey London, London Dreams, Action Replayy, and Singh Is Kinng noted for their musical appeal.

Vipul Amrutlal Shah remains a prominent figure in Indian cinema, known for championing varied stories and impactful filmmaking. The digital wing will be headed by Sanjay Upadhyay and produced by Aashin A. Shah.

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“The first issue is that we have stopped making movies for Bharat. We make movies for a small group of people watching in 25, 50, or 100 selected multiplexes. Our expectations are that only those people should like our films,” Shah said.
He went on to explain how the industry has distanced itself from the mass audience. Giving an example, he said, “A film like Jaat was well appreciated, and it performed very well in small towns, lekin use fir log uncool bol dete hain. This obsession with making so-called ‘cool’ films has led to many in our audience being disappointed. That is why the reach of our films is shrinking,” Shah added.
Meanwhile, amidst the struggle, ‘Kesari 2,’ starring Akshay Kumar, seems to be a bright spot. The historical courtroom drama that released last week opened to strong reviews and earned Rs 7.84 crore nett on its first day, according to the makers.