Controversy over obscene content, Ullu app removed the show 'House Arrest'; Case registered against Ajaz Khan
Ajaz Khan Reality Show House Arrest Controversy: Ajaz Khan, who has been in controversies many times before, is once again in the news. There is a ruckus over showing obscene content in his show 'House Arrest'. Seeing the growing controversy, the Ullu app has removed this show.
OTT platform Ullu app has taken down its reality show 'House Arrest' amid obscene content and strong backlash. The show hosted by actor Ajaz Khan came under severe criticism on social media. A viral clip of the show has shown women being forcibly provoked to perform obscene gestures, further adding fuel to this row. This row was so massive that the Ullu app was forced to take it down and remove the show from the platform. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Police has also filed a complaint against Ajaz Khan in this matter.
On April 29, short footage of 'House Arrest' became viral on social media, where host Ejaz Khan was reportedly forcing the contestants, particularly female participants, to shoot intimate scenes against their will. In the footage, contestants were shown looking uncomfortable and saying no, whereas obscene challenges and tasks were given to them, like removing clothes. This footage enraged social media followers.
Users accused the show of crossing the limits of obscenity and insulting women. Many also called it unsafe for children, as there is no strict regulation on OTT content. At the same time, cases have also been registered against the makers of the show. According to PTI, Ullu App removed all episodes of the show from its website and app due to increasing pressure.
At the same time, the National Commission for Women (NCW) has also taken a tough stand. On Friday, the NCW issued summons to the show's host and actor Ejaz Khan as well as Ullu App CEO Vibhu Agarwal. The NCW has ordered to appear in the matter on May 9.
The outrage against the show was not limited to social media only. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi raised the issue in the parliamentary committee and demanded strict regulations on OTT platforms. Many BJP leaders also condemned the show, calling it against morality.
The controversy deepened when people questioned the bold and obscene content already present on the Ullu app. It is worth noting that in March 2024, the central government blocked 18 OTT platforms for obscene content. Now 'house arrest' has again fueled the debate on censorship and regulation on OTT.
Seeing the growing controversy, Mumbai Police has registered a case against Ejaz.
