Misconceptions Debunked: ‘The Kerala Story’

Amidst the buzz surrounding Sudipto Sen’s film ‘The Kerala Story,‘ featuring Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, and Siddhi Idnani in key roles, the movie has become a hot topic due to its impressive box office performance, mixed audience reception, and ongoing controversies. In a recent conversation, Adah candidly addressed the film’s detractors and the accusations of Islamophobia. Here’s what she had to say.

During a chat with Pinkvilla, Adah Sharma shared her thoughts on the criticism labeling ‘The Kerala Story’ as Islamophobic. The actress revealed, “Our director received a message from a Muslim girl when the trailer was released. She used to abuse him every single day, saying, ‘How can you make a film that is Islamophobic?'” Adah continued, “After watching the film, she sent him another message, which he pinned to the comments. She said that she appreciated the movie because it shed light on the misuse of Islam by certain individuals.”

Adah Sharma emphasized, “The film doesn’t portray an entire religion negatively. It showcases the misuse of religion by a few individuals, highlighting that it is not what the religion represents.” The movie deliberately focuses on four characters rather than depicting a broad spectrum. Adah shared the Muslim girl’s viewpoint, stating that the film served as a reminder of how some people manipulate religion for personal gain, and it is essential to address such issues.

Expressing her belief in the universality of religious teachings, Adah said, “No religion or saint would promote actions that harm humanity. The act of taking innocent lives goes against the core principles of any faith. I am grateful to live in a country that upholds freedom of opinion and speech, where one is not persecuted for expressing their views.” Adah encouraged audiences to watch the movie before forming opinions, emphasizing the importance of informed judgment.

Amidst the controversies and debates, Adah Sharma remains firm in her stance, emphasizing the need for open dialogue and the power of cinema to shed light on pertinent social issues. Her message resonates with the spirit of artistic expression and the freedom to express diverse perspectives while fostering understanding and unity.

Re reported the article from the story originally published in koimoi.com