The Kerala Story 2 Box Office Preview: The Controversial Sequel Is In For A Surprise Start?
Mumbai, February 25 - It has been a quiet February for Bollywood in terms of box office, as most of the films released this month have failed to make any impact and attract audiences in cinemas. Things aren't looking any better till March 19, when Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic will arrive, but something might happen in between that no one is betting on. Coming this Friday (February 27), there is the release of the controversial film The Kerala Story 2, which has been a subject of heated debate across social media platforms and in television discussions. The sequel to 2023's blockbuster film is releasing amid zero expectations, but it might spring a surprise no one is expecting, just like its predecessor. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Kerala Story 2 has generated massive attention due to its subject matter. Unlike a typical big-ticket film, it does not rely on star power or marketing. The pre-release traction for the film is fuelled by curiosity and strong opinions on both sides, where a section of the audience views the film as an extension of a hard-hitting narrative, while others have criticised it heavily, calling it provocative and divisive. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The original film, released amid the massive controvery and zero expectations two years back, was a big blockbuster after taking the opening of eight crore plus net. Normally, sequels of successful films do well at the box office, but the same can't be said for a film like Kerala Story, whose primary audience is not the one who watches cinema on a regular basis; hence, it is hard to predict what the opening could be. Such films, however, do carry the surprise element, as we have seen with the first film. Advance buzz indicates that curiosity-driven viewers may turn up in good numbers on Day 1, despite the backlash. Trade is largely mute on The Kerala Story 2, but suggests that the film could see a decent opening in the range of five crores net or more. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The future of the film's box office, again, depends on how much the audience can connect to it. Sustaining momentum beyond the opening day will largely depend on audience feedback and word of mouth, which could swing either way sharply. Going into its release, The Kerala Story 2 stands as one of the most unpredictable box office contenders of the year, because it is that kind of film where if it works, it's a lottery, and if it doesn't, that's fine. Stay tuned...
