Indian Government instructs OTT platforms to remove Pakistan-origin content from their platforms after banning Instagram accounts of actors like Fawad Khan, Hania Aamir

Ever since the Pahalgam attack, the tensions between India and Pakistan have increased, and amidst that, India banned the Instagram accounts of many Pakistani artists. Meanwhile, on Thursday, all OTT platforms have been advised to remove all the content of Pakistani origin from their platforms.Ministry of Information and Broadcasting bans Pakistani content on OTTThe Ministry of Information and Broadcasting directed all the OTT platforms to immediately discontinue streaming of any web shows, movies, songs, podcasts, and other content originated from Pakistan, according to ANI. The advisory which was issued said, “In the interest of national security, all OTT platforms, media streaming platforms and intermediaries operating in India are advised to discontinue the web-series, films, songs, podcasts and other streaming media content, whether made available on a subscription based model or otherwise, having its origins in Pakistan with immediate effect”Earlier, the release of Fawad Khan‘s movie ‘Abir Gulaal’, which also starred Vaani Kapoor was stopped in India.

AICWA’s action against Pakistani actors

Many Pakistani actors condemned ‘Operation Sindoor‘ and criticised India, and the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has strongly condemned these artists. A post from AICWA on X reads, “The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) strongly condemns the anti-India statements made by Pakistani actress Mahira Khan and actor Fawad Khan, who have openly criticised India and questioned the nation’s actions in defense of its sovereignty. Mahira Khan labelled India’s military response as a ‘Seriously Cowardly’ act, while Fawad Khan, instead of condemning terrorism, focused on criticising India’s stance and supporting divisive narratives.”They further stated, “These statements are not just disrespectful to our nation but also an insult to the countless innocent lives lost due to terrorism and the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for our country. AICWA reaffirms its strict and complete ban on Pakistani artists, filmmakers, and financiers working in India. No Indian artist will collaborate with any Pakistani talent, nor will any global platform be shared with them.”