Defying the odds, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has smashed expectations. With no star power or massive hype, this sleeper hit banked Rs 34 crore in just 15 days.

Humble start: Rs 0.65 crore opening. Pure word-of-mouth success.

Projected Rs 40 crore lifetime run. Despite upcoming screen pressure, this sequel proves that authentic storytelling still rules the cinema.