After a muted start at the box office, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has shown a sharp upward trend on its second day. The controversial sequel, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, released in theatres on Friday amid political debate and public backlash.
While Day 1 numbers were modest, Saturday brought a dramatic turnaround.
Day-Wise Box Office Collection
According to early industry estimates:
- Day 1 Collection: ₹75 lakh
- Day 2 Collection: ₹4.65 crore
- Two-Day Total: ₹5.4 crore
The film recorded an impressive 520% jump on Day 2, indicating improved footfalls and stronger weekend momentum.
The sharp rise suggests that word-of-mouth, curiosity, and ongoing discussions around the film may have contributed to the surge.
Occupancy Report
On Saturday, the film registered an overall Hindi occupancy of 12.20%, showing gradual growth through the day:
- Morning Shows: 6.45%
- Afternoon Shows: 11.88%
- Evening Shows: 11.42%
- Night Shows: 19.05%
Key metropolitan regions reflected moderate but noticeable traction:
- Delhi-NCR: 806 shows with 10.25% occupancy
- Mumbai: 770 shows with 14.75% occupancy
The higher night occupancy indicates improving audience turnout as the day progressed.
Comparison With The First Film
Despite the significant Day 2 jump, the sequel’s numbers remain considerably lower than the original The Kerala Story.
The first installment, starring Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Siddhi Idnani and Sonia Balani, opened at ₹8.03 crore and collected ₹11 crore on Day 2. Despite widespread debate at the time, the film went on to become a major commercial success, earning approximately ₹302 crore worldwide.
In comparison, the sequel is still building momentum.
Controversy And Theatre Concerns
The film’s release has not been without complications. Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah alleged that theatre owners in Chennai and Kerala have been receiving threats to discontinue screenings after the court’s stay on the film was lifted.
In a recent statement, Shah urged the Chief Ministers of both states to ensure that the court’s judgment is implemented fully and that strict action be taken against those attempting to halt screenings.
He emphasized that during the period when a stay order was in place, the makers respected the judiciary and did not attempt to conduct any unauthorized screenings.
The controversy surrounding the film appears to be contributing to both resistance and heightened curiosity among audiences.
Weekend Momentum Crucial
With a 520% spike on Day 2, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has managed to generate renewed box office energy. However, sustaining this growth will be key.
Sunday collections will determine whether the surge is a short-term spike or the beginning of stronger weekend momentum. Given the political discussions and media attention surrounding the film, performance in the coming days will be closely monitored by trade analysts.
Jay-Ho Insider
The Kerala Story 2 may have started slow, but its Day 2 jump indicates that audience interest is picking up despite protests and controversy.
Whether it can replicate the long-term success of its predecessor remains uncertain. For now, the 520% surge signals that the sequel has found some traction — and the weekend numbers will reveal its true box office trajectory.
