- By Sukanya Saha
- Sat, 27 May 2023 08:41 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Kerala Story Director Sudipto Sen Hospitalised: The director of the controversial film "The Kerala Story," Sudipto Sen, has been actively promoting his movie, overcoming bans and criticism along the way. Despite the challenges, the film has achieved a remarkable milestone by crossing the Rs 200 crore mark at the box office. However, the rigorous travel schedule has taken a toll on the filmmaker's health, and he has fallen ill as a result.
As per reports from various media sources, Sudipto Sen has been admitted to the hospital due to exhaustion caused by frequent travel and promotional activities. As a result, the further city promotions for "The Kerala Story" have been temporarily postponed.
Following his recovery, Sen intends to resume the promotional campaign and visit 10 cities as planned. Acording to a source Sudipto Sen and his team have been constantly on the move promoting "The Kerala Story," and due to the excessive travel, he has fallen ill. Therefore, the promotional plan and city visits are currently on hold.
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"The Kerala Story," which premiered on May 5, portrays the journey of three girls from the state who are manipulated and coerced into converting to Islam by ISIS. The film features Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, and Siddhi Idwani in prominent roles. The audience has warmly praised the performances delivered by the actors in the movie.
About The Kerala Story:
Directed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Shah, the film encountered considerable criticism even prior to its release. Additionally, it faced a shadow ban in Tamil Nadu, while the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, also imposed a ban on its screening in the state.
Nevertheless, despite these obstacles, the movie has achieved tremendous success at the box office, amassing a worldwide collection of Rs 264.4 crore and establishing itself as a blockbuster flick.
Speaking about the ban in West Bengal, Sudipto Sen told ANI, "Not a single untoward incident has happened in the state because of the film. The decision to ban the film is politically motivated. I request her to watch the film and then take any decision...I am not a politician, I am a filmmaker.
"I can only make a film, you want to see it or not that you guys will decide. There was no problem when the film was released in Kolkata for four days, suddenly Didi felt that there could be law and order issues, Mahua Moitra, and Mamata Banerjee, are the champion of free speech, and human rights."