Kochi, Feb. 25 -- Amid the growing controversies surrounding the release of 'The Kerala Story 2', the film's producer, Vipul Amrutlal Shah has filed a counter-affidavit opposing the Kerala High Court's order for a screening.

Asserting that the Kerala HC should not exercise its oversight authority to view and evaluate the film, Vipul Amrutlal Shah clarified that the Censor Board is the sole authority empowered to examine films and issue certificates.

Shah also explained that the film was previously granted permission for screening after experts viewing, adding that they were satisfied with the narrative.

The film was granted Censor Board approval following all constitutional procedures, the producer said.

He strongly informed the court...