Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj' was taken down from ZEE5 following a directive from the Centre citing 'security concerns' and 'obligations' under the Information Technology Rules 2021, according to a report.
Centre's Directive Leads to Removal
The removal came after the central government issued a directive to ZEE5, pointing to potential security issues and the platform's obligations under the IT Rules 2021. The rules require intermediaries to block content that threatens national security or public order. ZEE5 complied with the order, pulling the film from its streaming library.
The film, which features Dosanjh in a lead role, had been available on the platform before its abrupt removal. The specific security concerns were not detailed in the report, but the move underscores the government's active enforcement of IT regulations.
Impact on Viewers and Platform
Subscribers who had started watching 'Satluj' were unable to continue, causing confusion and frustration. ZEE5 has not issued a public statement about the removal. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between content platforms and regulatory compliance in India.
As of now, there is no information on whether the film will be reinstated or if edited versions will be released. The development adds to the list of content removals under the IT Rules 2021, which have been used to block films, web series, and other media deemed problematic.
