'The Kerala Story' sells over 32,000 advance tickets in national chains amid controversy

The Adah Sharma-led film, The Kerala Story, has received an overwhelming response from audiences. Over 32,000 advance tickets have been sold in national multiplex chains such as PVR, Inox, and Cinepolis before its release. The film has surpassed the advance booking numbers of other Hindi films released this year, including Shehzada and Selfiee, and is ranked fifth after Pathaan and others.

As per reports, The Kerala Story is projected to earn over Rs 5 crores nett on its opening day, and the numbers are expected to rise further. The film's prospects look promising, and its controversy has generated considerable interest among the audience.

The film is releasing on May 5, 2023, and its prospects look promising, considering the impressive advance bookings. The movie explores the issue of religious indoctrination in Kerala and highlights how Hindu and Christian women are reportedly being targeted by radical Islamic clerics. According to the film, these women are being converted to Islam and sent to countries like Afghanistan, Yemen and Syria to fight for the cause of Islam.

Despite the controversy surrounding the film, the advance bookings have been impressive, indicating that the film's prospects are promising. However, the Supreme Court recently refused to entertain a petition challenging the CBFC certification granted to The Kerala Story for the third time. The court emphasized the need for caution while staying the exhibition of films, indicating that the film may still face legal hurdles.

The Kerala Story looks to lock horns with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, this week's Hollywood mega release while the likes of Virupaksha will also see limited release.