The Kerala Story movie OTT release date announced.

OTT Debut:

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Box Office Success:

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Long-Awaited OTT Release:

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Adah Sharma's Announcement:

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Movie Plot:

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Controversy Surrounding Claims:

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Political Criticism:

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Ban Controversy:

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Release Date on ZEE5:

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Star Cast and Production:

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