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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Esha Gupta REACTS to being called a 'sex symbol': '... this is something God has given me, something Kamdev has given me'
Esha Gupta recently addressed her 'sex symbol' label in Bollywood, revealing the pressures and insecurities she faced. She shared how an agency dropped her due to a director-producer favoring another artist, making her feel insecure about her looks. Esha emphasized the label was imposed, not self-created, and criticized the industry's preference for a 'girl-next-door' image. Esha Gupta has never shied away from speaking her mind, and in a recent interview, she did just that—taking on the long-standing label of being a 'sex symbol' in Bollywood. Known for her bold screen presence and striking features, the actress got candid about the pressures, stereotypes, and insecurities she's faced in the industry. From missed opportunities and unsolicited advice to embracing her natural beauty, Esha's reflections offer a raw and honest look at the price of perception in showbiz. The conversation took a revealing turn when host Siddharth Kannan asked Esha about those who tried to pull her down in the industry. Esha shared that the agency she had hoped would launch her backed out—allegedly under pressure from a "director-producer" who was planning to debut another major artist instead. To make matters worse, the same people made her feel insecure about her appearance, despite her striking looks being a major talking point. The actress clarified that the stereotype of being a 'sex symbol' wasn't something she created for herself—it was imposed by others. She emphasized that it wasn't the media's fault either, but rather the people who influence the narratives fed to the media. Reflecting on the label, she questioned its meaning, pointing out that something like the Kamasutra represents a symbol of sex, not a person like her. She went on to say that if people label her a sex symbol, it's only because of what she was naturally born with—something, she added, that's not entirely in her control. While she didn't see the title as entirely negative, she didn't view it as a compliment either. The constant stereotyping, she admitted, took a toll on her self-esteem, leaving her feeling underconfident about her appearance. Esha further revealed that constant criticism made her question her appearance, making her feel she should tone down her looks to fit the "girl-next-door" image often preferred in the industry. She pointed out the irony that while she was once made to feel insecure, many now undergo surgeries to look like her. The 39-year-old actress also recalled being advised by a male industry insider to get a nose job—but she chose to embrace her natural features instead, refusing to alter herself to fit someone else's standard. On the work front, Esha, who made her Bollywood debut opposite Emraan Hashmi in Jannat 2, was last seen in the popular web series Aashram alongside Bobby Deol. She's now reportedly part of the ensemble cast of Dhamaal 4, which includes Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi , Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi , along with new additions like Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, and Upendra Limaye. The film is slated for a theatrical release on Eid 2026.
News18
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Surbhi Chandna Says She Won't Star In ULLU App Shows Amid Ajaz Khan Controversy
Surbhi Chandna, known for Ishqbaaaz, says she won't work with ULLU app. Surbhi Chandna, a popular TV actress known for playing Anika in Ishqbaaaz alongside Nakuul Mehta, recently spoke about whether she would ever work on shows from the ULLU app, a platform known for adult content. The 35-year-old shared her thoughts in a recent interview. Speaking on Shardul Pandit's podcast Uncensored with Shardul, Surbhi said, 'That is not the genre I would choose to do… or even the platform. Jo shows uss platform par bante hai; usne mein shayad mel hi nahi khati, but log karte hain. It's not about hygiene issues; it's about the content. I just don't resonate with it." The ULLU App Controversy Ajaz Khan has found himself at the center of a major controversy after a video from his ongoing reality show House Arrest on the Ullu App went viral on social media. In the now-viral clip, Ajaz is seen asking contestants to enact various Kamasutra sex positions — a moment that has sparked widespread outrage across social platforms and political circles alike. The content of the show has left many netizens shocked, with users slamming it for promoting explicit material in the name of entertainment. Social media has been flooded with demands to take strict action against both the actor and the makers of the show. On Friday, the National Commission for Women (NCW) summoned Ajaz and Vibhu Agarwal, CEO of the Ullu App, after a controversial clip from the platform's reality show House Arrest began circulating online. An official of Amboli police said, 'Based on a complaint lodged by Gautam Ravriya, an activist of Bajrang Dal, the police registered a case against actor Ajaz Khan, producer Rajkumar Pandey of 'House Arrest' web show and other persons from Ullu app." Following the FIR and backlash, House Arrest has been removed from the Ullu app and is no longer available for streaming. First Published:
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ajaz Khan receives massive BACKLASH over controversial viral video from his reality show 'House Arrest' for sexual content; Netizens REACT
Ajaz Khan is in the middle of a big controversy after a video from his reality show House Arrest on the Ullu App went viral. In the clip, Ajaz is seen asking contestants to act out different Kamasutra positions, which has caused a storm of anger on social media and among political figures. Netizens React: Calls for Ban and Strict Action Against Ajaz Khan The content of the show has shocked many netizens, with users criticizing it for promoting explicit material under the guise of entertainment. Social media is now filled with calls for strict action against both Ajaz Khan and the makers of the show. One user wrote, 'This is seriously concerning and a total damning of our culture. We demand a strict action against this joker @AjazkhanActor for promoting total vulgarity on his show #HouseArrest. Please ban this show immediately'. Another one added, 'There is a show called House Arrest hosted by Ajaz Khan. In this show, girls are asked to remove their bras and panties. What is the Information and Technology Ministry doing? #HouseArrest'. Political Leaders Weigh In: Calls for Action from BJP and Shiv Sena UBT The controversy has also caught the attention of political figures. BJP MP Nishikant Dubey from Jharkhand's Godda constituency reshared the video, tagging the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and stated, "Yaha nahi chalega. Hamari committee iss par karwaai karegi," signaling potential parliamentary action. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena UBT MP Priyanka Chaturvedi voiced concerns, mentioning, 'I have raised this in the Standing Committee—that apps like Ullu App and Alt Balaji have evaded the I&B ministry's ban on obscene content. I am still awaiting their response." Intensified Backlash: Calls to Ban 'House Arrest' Trending on Social Media The backlash against House Arrest has grown stronger, with calls to ban the show now trending across social media platforms. While the Ullu App has yet to release an official statement, the incident has reignited the ongoing debate over digital content regulation in India. It remains uncertain whether the government or relevant authorities will take legal action against the show's producers or actor Ajaz Khan.
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Reality Show's 'Sex Positions' Clip Sparks Outrage, MP Takes Note
New Delhi: A viral clip from a reality show hosted on an OTT (Over The Top) platform has triggered widespread outrage on social media for its explicit content, with Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi asking why the streaming app has not yet been banned by the Centre. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey assured that action would be taken against the show. On March 14 last year, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) had blocked 18 OTT platforms for their "obscene, vulgar, and, in some instances, pornographic content". Sharing the nearly two-minute clip from OTT web series House Arrest - hosted by former Bigg Boss contestant Ajaz Khan and available on ULLU platform - on X on Thursday, Ms Chaturvedi claimed she has repeatedly flagged the vulgar content on such apps to the government but is yet to get a response. "I have raised this in the standing committee that apps such as this, namely, Ullu App and Alt Balaji have managed to escape the ban by I&B ministry on apps for obscene content. I am still awaiting their reply," the Rajya Sabha MP said. In a separate post, Ms Chaturvedi listed the 18 apps that were banned by the Centre last year. "The apps blocked by the government were primarily platforms distributing explicit material. The following 18 apps were banned. Surprisingly 2 of the biggest apps were kept out- Ullu and Alt Balaji, will I&B tell the country why were they left out from this ban?" she said. On March 14, 2024, the I&B Ministry had blocked 18 OTT platforms, which were found to be streaming obscene and pornographic content. The 18 Banned OTT Apps The apps blocked by the government were primarily platforms distributing explicit material. The following 18 apps were… — Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) May 1, 2025 In the clip, Mr Khan is seen asking a contestant about various Kamasutra sex positions, during his reality show. He then asks another set of contestants to demonstrate the positions. Ms Chaturvedi's remarks came days after the Supreme Court, on April 28, issued notice to the Centre, OTT and social media platforms on a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking direction to take appropriate steps to prohibit the streaming of obscene content. A bench of Justices BR Gavai and AG Masih said the issue was of "important concern" and sought a response from Netflix, Amazon Prime, Alt Balaji, Ullu, ALTT, X (formerly Twitter), Meta Inc, Google, Mubi, Apple and others on the PIL seeking regulation of obscene content on OTT platforms and social media. 'This will not work': BJP MP As BJP MP Dubey took note of the clip, he assured that such content will not be allowed. "This will not work @MIB_India, our committee will take action on this," he said in a post on X in Hindi, as he tagged the I&B Ministry. यह नहीं चलेगा @MIB_India, हमारी कमिटि इसपर कारवाई करेगी — Dr Nishikant Dubey (@nishikant_dubey) May 1, 2025 BJP Yuva Morcha Bihar chief Barun Raj Singh also demanded that such shows are taken off air. "They talk about on camera sex position. All this is shown on TV and The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting sleeps with its eyes closed. Such shows should be stopped immediately," he wrote on X. He also asked I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to "save our children". Criticisms on social media The video evoked sharp criticisms from social media users. "Damn, how low the TV shows have stopped to," an X user said. "What the f is this? It's neither funny, nor entertaining and not even porn. Something is weirdly wrong with producers and directors nowadays where crass is seen as desirable," another said. "How do they approve such TV Shows?" a third user said. Recent similar cases Social media influencer Ranveer Allahabadia, one of the most influential podcasters with over 16 million followers across platforms, landed in a major controversy in February over his comment on parents and sex at Samay Raina's now-deleted comedy show "India's Got Latent". He apologised the next day but the controversy refused to die down with multiple police complaints filed against him and those involved with the show. The Supreme Court granted him interim protection from arrest, though it termed his remarks "vulgar" and said he had a "dirty mind" which put the society to shame. He was allowed to resume his show by the court in March. The show host Samay Raina also got into trouble and was named in multiple cases.
News18
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ajaz Khan's ‘House Arrest' On Ullu App Slammed For Sexual Content; Politicians React Strongly
Last Updated: Ajaz Khan is facing massive backlash over a viral video from his reality show House Arrest on the Ullu App, where contestants were asked to perform sexual acts. Ajaz Khan has found himself at the center of a major controversy after a video from his ongoing reality show House Arrest on the Ullu App went viral on social media. In the now-circulating clip, Ajaz is seen asking contestants to enact various Kamasutra sex positions—a moment that has sparked widespread outrage across social platforms and political circles alike. The content of the show has left many netizens shocked, with users slamming it for promoting explicit material in the name of entertainment. Social media has been flooded with demands to take strict action against both the actor and the makers of the show. One user wrote, 'This is seriously concerning and a total damning of our culture. We demand a strict action against this joker @AjazkhanActor for promoting total vulgarity on his show #HouseArrest. Please ban this show immediately." Another X user alleged, 'There is a show called House Arrest hosted by Ajaz Khan. In this show, girls are asked to remove their bras and panties. What is the Information and Technology Ministry doing? #HouseArrest." यह नहीं चलेगा @MIB_India, हमारी कमिटि इसपर कारवाई करेगी — Dr Nishikant Dubey (@nishikant_dubey) May 1, 2025 I have raised this in the standing committee that apps such as this, namely, Ullu App and Alt Balaji have managed to escape the ban by I&B ministry on apps for obscene content. I am still awaiting their reply. — Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) May 1, 2025 The controversy has drawn political attention as well. BJP MP from Jharkhand's Godda constituency, Nishikant Dubey, reacted by resharing the video and tagging the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. He wrote, 'Yaha nahi chalega. Hamari committee iss par karwaai karegi," signaling that parliamentary action might follow. Shiv Sena UBT MP Priyanka Chaturvedi also raised concerns, stating, 'I have raised this in the Standing Committee—that apps such as this, namely Ullu App and Alt Balaji, have managed to escape the I&B ministry's ban on obscene content. I am still awaiting their reply." The backlash against House Arrest has intensified, with calls to ban the show trending on social media. While the Ullu App has not responded officially, the incident has reignited the debate around digital content regulation in India. It remains to be seen whether the government or relevant authorities will take formal legal action against the show's makers or Ajaz Khan himself. First Published: May 01, 2025, 20:17 IST
