Kochi, Feb. 26 -- The Kerala High Court has directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to re-watch and reconsider the clearance of 'The Kerala Story 2', following claims that the film contains hate-spreading content.

The Kerala HC also imposed a 15-day interim stay on the film's release.

A division bench comprising Justices VG Arun and PP Hanifa issued the directive while hearing a petition that raised concerns about certain scenes in the film allegedly inciting hatred and threatening communal harmony.

The court also examined the earlier decision of the CBFC, which had granted certification permitting the film's screening. Observing the seriousness of the allegations, the bench ordered the Board to undertake a detailed re-...