Wed Feb 12 07:04:48 UTC 2025: ## Outrage Over Explicit Content on Streaming Platforms and Controversial Comedy Show Prompts Calls for Regulation in India

**NEW DELHI** – A recent survey reveals that 22% of Indian families with children under 13 have given their kids access to audio and video streaming platforms, raising serious concerns about exposure to explicit content. This follows a storm of criticism surrounding the Indian comedy show, “India’s Got Latent,” which has been accused of promoting vulgarity and offensive material.

The survey highlights a lack of clear content segregation on many platforms, leaving children vulnerable to inappropriate material. 59% of respondents stated that streaming services fail to adequately separate adult content from family-friendly programming. This has led to widespread calls for stricter regulations and a code of conduct to protect children from explicit content readily available on platforms like YouTube and Instagram.

The controversy centers around “India’s Got Latent,” a show featuring stand-up comedian Samay Raina and judges including YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia (“BeerBiceps”), Apoorva Mukhija, and Ashish Chanchlani. The show has faced repeated criticism for its vulgar content and use of derogatory language, particularly a recent episode where a judge made offensive remarks about differently-abled individuals. Allahbadia, in particular, sparked outrage with a question posed during a performance deemed deeply inappropriate and insensitive. While he later issued an apology, an FIR has been filed against him.

The incident has fueled the debate on the need for greater accountability and responsible content creation in the Indian entertainment industry, particularly regarding the protection of children from potentially harmful material. The growing concern over unregulated content on streaming services is pushing for urgent action from authorities to implement stronger content guidelines and age-restriction mechanisms.

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