In a statement on X, Vijayan said the jury “lent legitimacy to a narrative rooted in the divisive ideology of the Sangh ...

The 71st National Awards were announced on Friday, August 1, 2025, and The Kerala Story was among the big winners for Bollywood at this year`s awards. The film directed by Sudipto Sen went on to win ...

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday strongly criticised the 71st National Film Awards jury for their decision to award 'The Kerala Story' the Best Director and Best Cinematography awards, ...

The Kerala Story, a controversial film on religious conversions in the state, saw legal battles upon its release in 2023. It has now won 2 National Film Awards.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan recently criticised The Kerala Story for winning two National Awards, by slamming the jury for motivating the film.