JOURNAL ARTICLE

Already banned: I&B minister Vaishnaw on 'Sarke Chunar' controversy.

  • Published In: India Together, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

  • Database: Sociology Source Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the controversy surrounding the song "Sarke Chunar" from Sanjay Dutt's film "KD The Devil," which was banned by the Indian government shortly after its release on YouTube. A Samajwadi Party Member of Parliament raised concerns about the negative influence of unchecked content on OTT platforms and social media during a parliamentary session. In response, the Union Information and Broadcasting Minister emphasized that freedom of speech is subject to reasonable restrictions to protect societal values, particularly safeguarding children, women, and marginalized groups. The song gained rapid attention due to its explicit lyrics, prompting widespread public outrage. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:India Together. 2026/03, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Music
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:192383780
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