The Kerala Story 2023

"The Kerala Story" is a provocative drama that delves into the complex and sensitive issue of religious conversion and its impact on the lives of individuals, particularly women, in Kerala. The film centers around the journey of three young women—Shalini, Asma, and Meera—whose lives are altered as they fall prey to a controversial scheme orchestrated by extremist forces.

The story begins with Shalini, a bright and ambitious young woman from a Hindu family, who is studying in a local college in Kerala. She is initially shown as a lively and independent individual, but her life takes a dark turn when she is manipulated and coerced into converting to Islam. As her transformation takes place, she is slowly isolated from her family and friends, and her life begins to spiral into a web of extremism.

Simultaneously, the film follows the experiences of two other women, Asma and Meera, who, like Shalini, find themselves caught in a similar trap, leading them to join terrorist organizations. The movie portrays how these young women are drawn into a network that radicalizes them, taking them to conflict zones where they are used for nefarious purposes.

As the story unfolds, Shalini’s awakening begins when she realizes the harsh reality of the life she has been forced into. She must now fight to escape the clutches of the extremists, reclaim her identity, and reconnect with her roots. The film is a journey of self-liberation, courage, and the struggle to break free from manipulation and oppression.

• IMDB Rating - 6.9/10
• Directors - Sudipto Sen, Vipul Amrutlal Shah
• Writers - Suryapal Singh, Sudipto Sen, Vipul Amrutlal Shah
• Stars - Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani