The Kerala Story 2 Faces Box Office Decline After Court-Approved Release
The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond has hit theaters following clearance from the Kerala High Court, but the film has not matched the buzz and anticipation of its predecessor. This subdued reception is evident in its box office performance, which showed a notable drop on Day 4 after a modest opening weekend.
Day 4 Box Office Collection Details
According to a Sacnilk report, the movie earned Rs 2.65 crore on its first Monday, marking a decrease from earlier days. The total net collection in India now stands at Rs 12.8 crore, with gross earnings reported at Rs 15.1 crore. The film's occupancy rate for Hindi shows on Monday, March 02, 2026, was 8.75%.
Comparison with The Kerala Story
In contrast, the first installment, The Kerala Story from 2023, had a much stronger start. Its Day 4 collection was Rs 10.07 crore, and total earnings over the first four days reached Rs 45.5 crore. This highlights the significant gap in performance between the two films.
Day-Wise Box Office Breakdown
- Day 1 [1st Friday]: Rs 0.75 crore
- Day 2 [1st Saturday]: Rs 4.65 crore
- Day 3 [1st Sunday]: Rs 4.75 crore
- Day 4 [1st Monday]: Rs 2.65 crore
- Total Net Collection: Rs 12.80 crore
Film Background and Controversy
Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, The Kerala Story 2 features a cast including Ulka Gupta, Aditi Bhatia, Aishwarya Ojha, Sumit Gahlawat, and Arjan Singh Aujla. The movie has been embroiled in controversy over allegations of misrepresenting Kerala and inciting communal violence. After receiving CBFC clearance, the Kerala High Court initially stayed its release via a single-bench judge, but a division bench lifted the stay on the release day, February 27, 2026, allowing it to proceed to theaters.
Disclaimer: Box office figures are compiled from various public and industry sources and are approximate. They may change with official updates and are provided for informational purposes only.
