From Tandav to Aashram: 8 controversial web series on OTT

Artika Bansal

 Nov 19, 2023

Tandav: Amazon Prime Video

This political thriller web series faced controversy as people demanded its ban citing a scene that they claim has hurt religious sentiments 

 A Suitable Boy: Netflix

This web series sparked controversy for showing interfaith relationships and encouraging love jihad. This even led to #BoycottNetflix trend! 

Indian Matchmaking: Netflix

This show faced backlash for the way arranged marriages were portrayed. It was also accused of normalising sexism, racism and casteism

 Aashram: MX Player

The web series faced controversy for being anti-Hindu and defaming Hindus and aashrams. Actor and director were also served legal notice in this case!

Paatal Lok: Amazon Prime  Video

Most controversial series, this was labelled as anti-national and anti-hindu for portrayal of rapes, corruption and caste. #BoycottPataalLok lasted long 

 Sacred Games: Netflix

This series faced controversy for its bold story, explicit content, religious and political portrayals. A lot of viewers but also a lot of legal actions

The Family Man: Amazon Prime Video

Manoj Bajpayee led this web series sparked controversy for portraying Tamil Eelam in a negative light. It was urged to ban the show!

Mirzapur: Amazon Prime  Video

Mirzapur faced backlash for allegedly hurting religious and regional sentiments. It was also said to have maligned the image of UP