Armaan Malik-Kritika Leaked Video: JioCinema Defends Bigg Boss OTT, Labels Viral Clip as Fake
In an official statement, JioCinema emphasized its commitment to maintaining high standards of content quality and appropriateness.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024, 14:17 IST
JioCinema has firmly denied allegations of vulgarity following the circulation of a leaked video purportedly showing Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 contestants Armaan Malik and Kritika Malik in an intimate moment. The streaming platform has labeled the clip as doctored.
JioCinema's Defense of Bigg Boss OTT 3
In an official statement, JioCinema emphasized its commitment to maintaining high standards of content quality and appropriateness. "JioCinema adheres to strict programming standards and guidelines to ensure the quality and appropriateness of any content that streams on our platform. Bigg Boss OTT, which was streamed on JioCinema, did not include any such content. The video clip in circulation is doctored to include obscenity and is fake. We are committed to protecting the integrity of JioCinema and the trust our viewers place in us. The creation and circulation of this fake clip is a matter of very serious concern," the statement read.
The company also mentioned efforts to trace the source of the clip and take action against those responsible for its creation and distribution. "Our teams are working towards identifying the origins of this clip and will initiate action against those responsible for creating and distributing such defamatory content against Bigg Boss OTT and JioCinema," a spokesperson added.
Shiv Sena's Response
On July 22, Shiv Sena Secretary and Spokesperson, MLA Dr. Manisha Kayande, approached Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar, demanding immediate action against Bigg Boss OTT. She criticized Armaan Malik for his alleged vulgar behavior with Kritika Malik and expressed concern over the negative impact such content could have on young viewers. Dr. Kayande also mentioned her intention to request the Minister of Information and Broadcasting to introduce legislation for regulating content on OTT platforms during the current parliamentary session.
Celebrity Reactions
Armaan Malik has become one of the most talked-about contestants from Bigg Boss OTT Season 3, particularly after revealing his marriages to both Payal Malik and Kritika Malik. The revelation has sparked debate, with celebrities like Urfi Javed supporting Armaan's family, while Deboleena Bhattacharjee criticized him for promoting polygamy.
Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 is available for streaming on JioCinema.