Ullu App's 'House Arrest' Faces Backlash: Bra Off, Kamasutra Talk On Cam; Netizens Demand OTT Censorship

A video clip from the Ullu App's reality show House Arrest has caused a major stir online, as reported by Network 18. Many users on social media are calling out the show for its "obscene content" and demanding strict action. Some even questioned why this show did not receive the same backlash that other content creators, such as comedian Samay Raina, recently faced.

The show is hosted by actor Ajaz Khan, who is known for his appearance in Bigg Boss 7 and Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 5. In the controversial clip, female participants are reportedly made to take off their undergarments, while the host and others cheer and clap. Some scenes reportedly include discussions about sexual positions, which many feel are inappropriate for open streaming.

Reacting to this, Shiv Sena (UBT) Member of Parliament Priyanka Chaturvedi said she had raised this concern in the Parliamentary Standing Committee. In a post on social media platform X, formerly Twitter, she said, "I have raised this in the standing committee that apps such as this, namely, Ullu App and Alt Balaji, have managed to escape the ban by the I&B Ministry on apps for obscene content. I am still awaiting their reply."

Barun Raj Singh, Bihar in-charge of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, urged the Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, to step in. "Save our children," he wrote in his complaint.

Users on X expressed their anger. One user wrote in Hindi, "What filth is this?" Another tagged the Broadcasting Minister, saying, "This is harming our society and culture. There must be censorship on OTT platforms." Others demanded a ban on Ullu App, claiming it has been showing "soft porn" for years and that children can easily access such content.

This debate follows a similar controversy involving Ranveer Allahbadia, founder of the YouTube channel Beer Biceps. His appearance on India's Got Latent with comedian Samay Raina led to national outrage over "obscene comments," with legal cases filed under Section 296 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).

What Does Indian Law Say?

Under Section 294 of the BNS, any person who shares obscene material, whether it is printed, digital, or visual, can be punished. Obscene content is defined as anything that appeals to sexual desire in an inappropriate manner or corrupts those who see or hear it. First-time offenders can be jailed for up to two years and fined Rs 5,000.

As debates continue, many are now calling for clear rules and censorship for digital platforms, especially for shows that are easily accessible to young viewers.