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Kangana Ranaut has praised the government's decision to ban 25 OTT platforms for soft porn content. She emphasized the need to protect cultural values and future generations. The platforms violated IT and women protection laws. The Supreme Court had earlier deferred action, urging executive intervention.

Key Points: Kangana Ranaut Applauds Govt Ban on OTT Soft Porn Platforms

  • Kangana hails the ban as vital for cultural integrity
  • Govt blocks 25 OTT platforms including Ullu and Desiflix
  • Ban follows violations of IT Act and women protection laws
  • SC earlier urged executive action against explicit content
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Kangana Ranaut calls banning OTT platforms for soft porn content 'a much appreciated move'

Kangana Ranaut supports the ban on 25 OTT platforms like Ullu and Desiflix for soft porn, calling it crucial for cultural preservation.

"This step was much awaited and is now much appreciated. – Kangana Ranaut"

Mumbai, July 25

Actress and politician Kangana Ranaut has wholeheartedly welcomed the government's decision to ban OTT platforms such as Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix for showing soft porn content.

The government has directed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to disable public access to 25 OTT platforms - Big Shots App, Boomex, Navarasa Lite, Gulab App, Kangan App, Bull App, Jalva App, Wow Entertainment, Look Entertainment, Hitprime, Feneo, ShowX, Sol Talkies, Adda TV, HotX VIP, Hulchul App, MoodX, NeonX VIP, Fugi, Mojflix, and Triflicks.

Speaking exclusively to IANS, the 'Queen' actress lauded the government's decision, saying that it was crucial to preserve our culture, and future generations.

Kangana told IANS, "In order to preserve the overall culture of our country and the future path of our youngsters, and so that our society does not collapse completely, this step was much awaited and is now much appreciated. The action taken against these apps, especially the illegal ones, is highly appreciated."

The government has asked the Internet Service Providers to disable or remove public access to these websites within the country.

According to the media report, "MIB has also intimated to the Director (DS-II), Department of Telecommunications, with a request to facilitate compliance by the ISPs."

The above-mentioned apps have been found in violation of various laws, such as Section 67 and Section 67A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, and Section 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.

Refreshing your memory, back in April, a petition was filed in the Supreme Court asking for a ban on sexually explicit content on OTT and social media.

Responding to the petition, the Apex court said, "It's not our domain, you do something". However, SC stressed the need for executive action in the matter.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While I agree some content was inappropriate, complete bans rarely work. Why not implement better age verification systems instead? This feels like moral policing.
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Aditi M
As a mother, I'm relieved. These apps were easily accessible to teenagers. But government should also focus on proper sex education in schools rather than just banning things.
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Vikram M
Hypocrisy! Bollywood item songs show more skin than these OTT shows. Why single out small platforms? Big production houses get away with anything.
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Priyanka N
Good decision but implementation is key. These apps will just change domains and come back. Need stronger cyber laws and parental controls.
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Karan T
Kangana always speaks sense! These apps were destroying family values. Next should be those vulgar YouTube channels pretending to be "comedy".
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Nisha Z
Freedom of expression is important too. Adults should have right to choose what they watch. Government should focus on real issues like inflation instead.

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