Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has urged the governments of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu to let the public see the truth by allowing the screening of the controversial film ‘The Kerala Story’. The film, which stars Adah Sharma, has been banned in West Bengal, while multiplexes in Tamil Nadu have cancelled its screenings from Sunday.
Maurya called the decision to halt the screening of the recently-released film “condemnable” and said that the governments of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu should “let the public see the truth”. The UP Dy CM also highlighted that the film has been made tax-free wherever there is a BJP government. The governments of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh have made it tax-free.
According to Director Information Shishir, the UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will attend a special screening of the film in Lucknow on Friday. The controversy surrounding the film has been ongoing, with many alleging that it portrays Kerala in a negative light. The film’s director, Rupesh Paul, has defended the movie, saying that it highlights the state’s history and culture.
The controversy has sparked debate over censorship and the freedom of expression in India. While some argue that the film should be allowed to be screened, others believe that it could promote communal disharmony. The situation has also highlighted the different attitudes towards the film in different parts of the country.
The situation remains contentious, with no clear resolution in sight. It remains to be seen whether the governments of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu will change their stance on the screening of ‘The Kerala Story’. In the meantime, the controversy over the film continues to attract attention and fuel debate.
