Neeraj Pandey’s ‘Ghoosakhor Pandit’ has ignited a firestorm, with its title drawing sharp criticism for allegedly maligning the pandit community. Amid surging protests, promotional assets have vanished from OTT spaces as producers scramble to contain the damage.
FWICE President BN Tiwari has voiced strong opposition, advocating for censorship on streaming services. ‘The title targets Brahmins broadly, fostering resentment. Our federation opposes content that tarnishes communities and will take decisive steps if needed,’ he declared.
Turning to security woes, Tiwari addressed the brazen shooting near Rohit Shetty’s home. ‘Post-Salman threats, this Juhu attack exposes police shortcomings. Government fixation on polls neglects public safety—especially for film stars in vulnerable spots.’
Tiwari outlined FWICE’s strategy: an imminent dialogue with the Labor Minister on artist protections. ‘Social media changes everything; OTT behemoths like Netflix must vet divisive titles. Directors and producers bear responsibility for avoiding communal barbs.’
The episode reveals fault lines in Bollywood’s ecosystem, balancing bold storytelling with respect for sentiments. With federation backing protests, OTT oversight could become the new normal, reshaping content distribution.