The sequel, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, arrived in theaters on 27 Feb 2026. This film has received significant attention due to the original The Kerala Story's strong commercial success. The first film became one of the most talked-about Bollywood releases of the year, naturally raising expectations for the sequel.
The film also generated significant debate and political criticism in certain sections of the media. Despite all of these controversies, the film produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah is considered an average but profitable performer at the box office, crossing the ₹40 crore mark.
Since its theatrical release, the film has delivered steady box office performance, especially considering its relatively controlled production budget. Below is a detailed breakdown of the movie’s day-wise collection, worldwide earnings, and box office verdict, based on trade estimates and industry tracking platforms.
The Kerala Story 2 Cast And Crew
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Main Cast | Ulka Gupta as Surekha (IAS aspirant from Kerala) Aditi Bhatia as Divya (Dancer from Rajasthan) Aishwarya Ojha as Neha (Athlete from Madhya Pradesh) |
| Supporting Cast | Sumit Gahlawat Arjan Singh Aujla Yuktam Khosla |
| Director | Kamakhya Narayan Singh |
| Producer / Writer | Vipul Amrutlal Shah |
Opening Day Performance
The film opened with moderate numbers compared to large Bollywood releases but saw growth over the weekend.
Opening Day Collection:
₹0.75 crore (India Net – trade estimate)
Day-Wise Box Office Collection (India Net)
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | ₹0.75 crore |
| Day 2 | ₹4.65 crore |
| Day 3 | ₹4.75 crore |
| Day 4 | ₹2.50 crore |
| Day 5 | ₹4.00 crore |
| Day 6 | ₹3.50 crore |
| Day 7 | ₹2.75 crore |
| Day 8 | ₹2.70 crore |
| Day 9 | ₹3.75 crore |
| Day 10 | ₹3.30 crore |
| Day 11 | ₹1.95 crore |
| Day 12 | ₹2.15 crore |
| Day 13 | ₹1.70 crore |
| Day 14 | ₹1.20 crore |
Worldwide Box Office Collection
| Category | Collection |
|---|---|
| India Net | ₹38.65 crore |
| India Gross | ₹45+ crore |
| Overseas | Limited |
| Worldwide Total | ₹45+ crore |
(Source: Box office trackers such as Sacnilk and industry trade reports.)
Box Office Verdict
Verdict: Profitable / Moderate Success
Final Analysis
Although The Kerala Story 2 has not matched the box office success of the first film, it has still managed to achieve a stable and profitable performance due to its low budget and consistent collections.
As the theatrical run continues, the total box office earnings may increase further depending on audience interest.
FAQ
The film has collected approximately ₹38.65 crore in India's net earnings and around ₹45+ crores worldwide, according to trade estimates.
What is the budget of The Kerala Story 2?
The film’s estimated production budget is around ₹28–30 crore.
Is The Kerala Story 2 a hit or a flop?
Based on trade estimates and its budget recovery, the film is considered profitable.
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