JioHotstar faces backlash for censoring international content
Viewers initially reported issue in episode of The White Lotus
Over the past few days, JioCinema formed a joint venture, merging Disney+ Hotstar to form JioHotstar, satisfying numerous subscribers, it meant one less streaming service to pay for. However, this partnership has come up with an unexpected turn.
Previously, both platforms displayed international content without any significant updates, and newly added shows are now being censored in India.
Notably, existing content is being showcased; however, the new additions have been reportedly censored across the country.
Although both platforms have not officially confirmed the censorship of international content to align with Indian sensibilities, viewers initially noticed the issue in an episode of The White Lotus.
During the premier of the show’s third season, a curse word directed at a Buddha idol was removed, highlighting concerns regarding the potential content alterations heading forward.
Netizens have expressed disappointment in the Instagram comment section of IGN India’s post claiming that JioHotstar is reportedly censoring HBO content.
