Mumbai | January 29, 2026
After the strong audience response to The Kerala Story in 2023, the makers have officially announced its sequel, The Kerala Story 2, and unveiled the film’s first look on social media. Unlike the first installment led by Ada Sharma, the sequel introduces three new female leads, all relatively fresh faces for the big screen.
The announcement has sparked curiosity among fans, as the film continues to explore socially relevant themes that left a strong impact in the first part. The newly released first look confirms that Ulka Gupta, Aishwarya Ojha, and Aditi Bhatia will headline The Kerala Story 2.
Here is a closer look at the three actresses and their career journeys so far.
🎬 Who Are the New Faces in The Kerala Story 2?
🌟 Ulka Gupta
Ulka Gupta first rose to prominence after playing the lead role in the popular television series “Jhansi Ki Rani.” Following her success in Hindi television, she transitioned to the Telugu film industry.
Made her Telugu film debut in 2015 with “Andhra Pori”
Appeared in Ranveer Singh’s Bollywood film “Simmba”
Recipient of multiple television awards for her performances
Ulka’s diverse experience across TV, regional cinema, and Bollywood makes her one of the most anticipated additions to the sequel.
🌟 Aishwarya Ojha
Aishwarya Ojha began her career with a television commercial alongside Amitabh Bachchan, which brought her early recognition.
Acted in the web series “Half CA”
Played Goddess Sita in the mythological series “Ram Yug”
Appeared in Taapsee Pannu’s film “Haseen Dillruba”
Featured in the upcoming Malayalam film “L2: Empuraan”, alongside Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran
Her growing presence across web series, Bollywood, and South Indian cinema adds strong versatility to the cast.
🌟 Aditi Bhatia
Aditi Bhatia began her career as a child actor and later became a household name through television.
Widely known for playing Ruhi in the hit TV show “Yeh Hai Mohabbatein”
Appeared in films like “Vivah” at the age of seven
Acted in “Shootout at Lokhandwala”
Currently active as a social media influencer with over 6.4 million Instagram followers
Aditi’s transition from child actor to digital influencer and now to mainstream cinema marks a significant phase in her career.
🎥 What to Expect from The Kerala Story 2
While the makers have not revealed plot details, the sequel is expected to maintain the intense, socially driven narrative style that defined the first film. The introduction of new lead actresses suggests a fresh storytelling approach while continuing the broader thematic framework.
More details regarding the film’s storyline, director, and release timeline are expected to be announced soon.
