Updated On: 23 February, 2026 11:59 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The Kerala Story 2 has sparked fresh controversy after Anurag Kashyap called it propaganda and Prakash Raj criticised it on social media. Director Kamakhya Singh hit back strongly, defending the film and questioning their remarks ahead of its release

Kamakhya Singh, Anurag Kashyap, Prakash Raj
The upcoming film The Kerala Story 2 has stirred a fresh debate even before its release, drawing sharp reactions over its narrative. While some have labelled it a ‘propaganda’ film, others have alleged that it promotes false narratives and fuels communal tension. Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and actor Prakash Raj have taken a sharp dig at the director, prompting him to give them a befitting reply while defending the film.
Earlier, Anurag Kashyap, while speaking to the media, slammed The Kerala Story 2 trailer, describing it as “propaganda.” Speaking to ANI, Kamakhya Singh emphasised that Kashyap has been “blind to the truth” about society.