Questioning the Appropriateness of Ajaz Khan's 'House Arrest' Due to Explicit Content; Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi Raises Concerns over Content Evasion Ban
In the bustling city of New Delhi, streaming platform Ullu's latest reality show, House Arrest, has made waves on social media for its explicit content, stirring a wave of disapproval among numerous users. This time, it's not just the graphic content that's causing outrage, but the suggestive acts urged by former Bigg Boss contestant Ajaz Khan on the show.
A viral clip from the show depicts Khan instructing participants to perform various sex positions on camera. Critics labelled the content as "crass," "distasteful," and "deeply offensive." Furthermore, in one segment, when a female contestant expressed her lack of knowledge about sexual acts, Khan allegedly encouraged other participants to demonstrate them live on camera.
One social media user commented, "They discuss on-camera sex positions. This whole debacle unfolds while the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting looks on silently. The authorities must step in immediately to prevent such shows."
Politicians too have voiced their concerns. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi brought up this issue in the Standing Committee, expressing her disappointment at platforms like Ullu and Alt Balaji evading the I&B Ministry's ban on obscene content.
Legal action is underway. Advocate Vineet Jindal filed a formal complaint with the MIB and Delhi Police, labelling the show as "highly objectionable and offensive." Jindal demanded stern action against the platform, its producers, and participants, stating, "Such vulgar content should not be allowed to circulate unchecked."
BJP Yuva Morcha Bihar chief, Barun Raj Singh, also appealed directly to Union I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, expressing worries about the show's potential impact on minors. In a social media post, he described graphic scenes and appealed for stricter regulations.
The controversy also raises questions about Ullu's broader record. Critics argue that the platform targets young audiences with provocative content and lacks proper age verification systems, risking violations of the POCSO Act.
As demands for regulatory action intensify, the spotlight is now on the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, who will decide the fate of such content on Indian streaming platforms.
Meanwhile, the National Commission for Women (NCW) has issued notices to Ullu CEO Vibhu Agarwal and host Ajaz Khan, requiring them to appear before the Commission on May 9, 2025. The NCW deems the show’s content "deeply disturbing," citing allegations of coercion, disregard for consent, and the exploitation of female participants. A formal complaint has also been filed by Advocate Vineet Jindal and the Delhi Police, accusing the show of violating Indian cultural norms and legal standards.
Amidst all this, Ullu has already removed House Arrest from its platform following public backlash and regulatory scrutiny. The Supreme Court, while not directly targeting Ullu in this instance, has emphasized OTT platforms’ responsibility to prevent obscene content by issuing notices to the Union Government and key platforms, including Ullu.
- The viral reality show, House Arrest, on Ullu has sparked outrage on social media for its explicit content, including suggestive acts urged by Ajaz Khan, a former Bigg Boss contestant.
- The general news and crime-and-justice sectors have also highlighted this controversy, with politicians such as Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi advocating for stronger regulations.
- Legal action is being taken against the show, with Advocate Vineet Jindal filing a complaint with the MIB and Delhi Police, arguing that such vulgar content should not be allowed to circulate unchecked.
- Ullu CEO Vibhu Agarwal and host Ajaz Khan will be required to appear before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on May 9, 2025, due to allegations of coercion, disregard for consent, and the exploitation of female participants on the show, which many have deemed deeply disturbing.
