Ranbir Kapoor’s Netflix Film Faces Heat For E-Cigarette Scene

Actor Ranbir Kapoor and streaming giant Netflix have come under the scanner after the Human Rights Commission raised objections to a scene in the recently released film The Ba**ds of Bollywood*.

The panel has urged authorities to take strict action, citing concerns over the depiction of an e-cigarette on screen.

Ranbir Kapoor faces complaint for e-cigarette scene in Netflix film

According to the complaint, the scene violates guidelines that discourage the promotion of smoking or tobacco-related products in films and digital content. The Commission stated that such portrayals can influence young audiences, normalizing harmful habits and going against public health initiatives.

The film, which has already been in the spotlight for its bold narrative, is now facing additional scrutiny due to this controversy. Social media platforms have been buzzing with mixed reactions, with some supporting artistic freedom while others echoing concerns about the impact of such visuals on impressionable viewers.

Rights panel urges probe into Netflix and Ranbir Kapoor

As of now, neither Ranbir Kapoor nor Netflix has issued an official statement regarding the matter. Industry experts believe the outcome of this case could set a precedent for how OTT platforms handle sensitive content involving tobacco and smoking in the future.

This development adds another layer of debate around censorship, creative liberty, and social responsibility in Indian cinema.