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Makers of 'The Kerala Story' announce next film 'Bastar'

According to the makers, Bastar, based on a “true incident”, will hit the screens on April 5, 2024.

Makers of 'The Kerala Story' announce next film 'Bastar'

Director Sudipto Sen and producer Vipul Shah, the duo behind The Kerala Story, on Monday announced their next project Bastar.

According to the makers, Bastar, based on a "true incident", will hit the screens on April 5, 2024.


Shah's Sunshine Pictures, the banner behind the upcoming movie, shared the announcement on its Twitter page.

"Unveiling our next, #Bastar. Prepare to witness another gripping true incident that will leave you speechless. Mark your calendars for April 5, 2024! #VipulAmrutlalShah @sudiptoSENtlm @Aashin_A_Shah #SunshinePictures," the production house said in the tweet.

The Kerala Story polarised the political discourse in the country over its portrayal of how women from Kerala were forced to convert and recruited by the terror group Islamic State (IS). Directed by Sen and produced by Shah, it was released on May 5.

The movie, which emerged as one of 2023's most successful films at the box office, was banned by the West Bengal government, fearing tensions among communities. Theatres in Tamil Nadu decided to stop the screening, citing the law-and-order situation and a poor audience turnout.

It also received tax-free status in BJP-ruled states, including Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Haryana.

The Kerala Story starred Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, and Siddhi Idnani.

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