Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Editor Slams 'The Kerala Story' National Award Wins
The movie 'The Kerala Story' won awards, but some people are very unhappy about it.
Jitesh Pillai, who writes about movies, thinks the film is bad and spreads wrong ideas.
He is also upset with the people who chose the movie for the awards, especially the head of the jury.
The movie is based on a true story about a girl who was tricked into changing her religion.
Jitesh Pillai criticized 'The Kerala Story' receiving National Awards.
The film won awards for Best Cinematography and Best Director.
Pillai called the film 'dangerously divisive' and of poor quality.
He questioned the jury chairman, Ashutosh Gowariker's, decision.
The Kerala Story is based on real events, including forced conversions.
- Who
- Jitesh Pillai and Ashutosh Gowariker.
- What
- Criticism of National Awards given to 'The Kerala Story'.
- When
- Following the announcement of the 71st National Film Awards.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- Due to the film's perceived poor quality and divisive nature.
Critics
Supporters
Film Quality
Critics
The film is of poor quality and promotes propaganda.
Supporters
The film won awards, signifying recognition.
Award's Significance
Critics
The award legitimizes harmful content.
Supporters
The award is a recognition of artistic merit.
- Film
- 'The Kerala Story'
- Award
- National Film Awards
- Critic
- Jitesh Pillai
- Jury Chair
- Ashutosh Gowariker
- Awards Won
- Best Cinematography, Best Director
Sources
The Kerala Files Director Sudipto Sen Reacts To Kerala CM Pinayari Vijayan's Statement On Film's National Award Win
FTII students’ association condemns NFDC for endorsing ‘The Kerala Story’ at National Film Awards
The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen BREAKS silence after Kerala CM criticises film's National Awards win, says 'I am not a politician...'
‘The Kerala Story’ at the centre of 71st National Awards controversy
National award for ‘The Kerala Story’ is disappointing, dangerous: FTII students body
'Hang Our Heads In Shame': Journalist SLAMS Ashutosh Gowariker For Giving National Award To The Kerala Story, Gets Support From Sonakshi Sinha & Dia Mirza
