Kangana Ranaut voices concern over rising soft porn and violence on OTT platforms, urging the government to implement stricter digital content regulations.
Actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut is making headlines again this time for speaking out against the kind of content being shown on OTT platforms. According to her, many streaming shows are filled with what she calls “soft porn,” and its high time the government steps in and brings in stricter rules to keep it in check.
In a recent interview, Kangana didn't hold back. “Even YouTube needs censorship,” she said. “Other countries do it, and they’re doing better than us.”
Her point? With so many people, especially young viewers, watching shows and movies privately on phones and laptops, there’s almost no way of knowing what they’re consuming. And that’s dangerous, she says, especially when there’s so much violent or sexually explicit content freely available.
Kangana’s frustration also comes from her own experience. Her upcoming film Emergency, a politically charged drama, has been held up by the censor board. She finds it ironic that films made for theatres are closely reviewed and often delayed, while OTT shows with real-life stories and graphic content seem to pass with no trouble.
“How is that fair?” she asked. “If a film like Emergency gets stuck, but an explicit web series goes live without review, what message are we sending?
For Kangana, this isn’t just about her own work. It’s about a bigger cultural issue. She says today’s digital content is becoming “very violent and appalling,” and she believes it’s affecting the way people, especially young men see women.
“There’s too much objectification. We’re losing the essence of being Indian, being feminine, being graceful,” she added.
Interestingly, her comments come at a time when there’s already growing concern about OTT content in India. The government recently took action against some apps and websites for showing adult content, and courts have also raised questions about the lack of regulation.
There’s also talk about bringing in stricter rules for OTT platforms, like age ratings, content warnings, and better parental controls, things Kangana fully supports.
While many viewers and parents agree with Kangana’s views, not everyone in the film and content creation world is happy. Some argue that censorship could kill creativity. Some contend that the issue is not the material per se, but rather the absence of resources to control what viewers view, and that strong, authentic storytelling is crucial.
According to some critics, instead of banning everything, we should educate viewers and improve digital tools.
Kangana is clear about her position, though. She feels that the same standards that apply to theatrical releases should also apply to internet content. As both a public figure and a Member of Parliament, her voice carries weight. And with so many people discussing the future of OTT regulation, her strong viewpoint is certain to spark additional discussion in the months to come.
Regardless of your opinion, Kangana's message is clear: someone must take accountability for content that is viewed by millions of people.
