Amid Satluj row, Centre may make CBFC certification mandatory for direct OTT releases: Report
The controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj could lead to significant changes in the way films are released on streaming platforms in India. According to a report by India Today, the Centre is considering making certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) mandatory for films that premiere directly on OTT platforms. The report states that the proposal comes after Satluj was streamed on Zee5 earlier this month without a CBFC certificate. As of now, no official announcement has been made by the government regarding the proposed policy change. Action against Zee5 also reportedly under consideration Citing government sources, the report claims that screening Satluj without CBFC certification was legally impermissible. The sources further said that it is the responsibility of the respective state governments to initiate criminal proceedings if the film is publicly screened without the required certification. According to the report, the Ministry of Electron...