The popular reality show “Bigg Boss OTT 3” has once again found itself at the center of controversy. Shiv Sena MLA Manisha Kayande has filed a complaint against the show, alleging that it aired inappropriate content that tramples on social values and crosses the boundaries of family relationships².
SOURCE : ZEE
Kayande, who is also the Secretary and Spokesperson of Shiv Sena, met with Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar on Monday to submit a written complaint. The complaint specifically targets an episode aired on July 18, which Kayande claims depicted contestants engaging in lewd and offensive behavior².
Source:- BBC News
In response to the allegations, JioCinema, the platform streaming “Bigg Boss OTT 3,” issued a statement denying the claims. The platform asserted that the clip in question was doctored and never aired on their service. “JioCinema adheres to strict programming standards and guidelines to ensure the quality and appropriateness of any content that streams on our platform. The video clip in circulation is doctored to include obscenity and is fake,” the statement read²³.
JioCinema further emphasized their commitment to protecting the integrity of their platform and the trust of their viewers. They announced that their teams are working to identify the origins of the doctored clip and will take action against those responsible for creating and distributing such defamatory content²³.
Kayande has called for the immediate cessation of the show and demanded strict action against its producers and the CEO of the broadcasting company. She has also requested the Mumbai Police Commissioner to investigate whether the episode has gone viral on various social media platforms and to take appropriate legal action against those involved².
“Bigg Boss OTT 3,” which has been a hit since its premiere, continues to attract both viewers and controversy. The show’s format, which often involves dramatic and sensational content, has frequently been a subject of debate. This latest incident adds to the ongoing discourse about the impact of reality television on social values and the responsibilities of content creators.
As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how this controversy will affect the show’s future and its viewership. For now, both the show’s producers and the streaming platform are under scrutiny, and the public awaits further developments in this high-profile case.
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