In pics: 5 movies banned in Indian theatres that you can STILL stream online on OTT platforms
While there has been a censor board for films that get a theatrical release for a long time - many have called out the institution as conservative and restrictive.
With the ongoing debate of having a censor board for OTT platforms, many believe that this will stifle the freedom of speech and creative expression. While there has been a censor board for films that get a theatrical release for a long time - many have called out the institution as conservative and restrictive. Below are 5 Indian films that could not get a theatrical release but got a new lease of life due to OTT platforms and Youtube.
(Pics courtesy: Movie posters and stills)
Inshallah, Football - YouTube
![Inshallah, Football - YouTube Inshallah, Football - YouTube](https://english.cdn.zeenews.com/sites/default/files/2021/08/11/959481-inshallah-football.png)
Inshallah, Football had to wait long before getting clearance. But the film got an 'A' certification despite its subject not being specific for adults. The film which shows the journey of a young Kashmiri footballer and his struggle in getting a visa to go abroad to play the game, can be watched on YouTube.
Angry Indian Goddesses - Netflix
![Angry Indian Goddesses - Netflix Angry Indian Goddesses - Netflix](https://english.cdn.zeenews.com/sites/default/files/2021/08/11/959480-angry-indian-goddesses.png)
Water - YouTube
![Water - YouTube Water - YouTube](https://english.cdn.zeenews.com/sites/default/files/2021/08/11/959479-water.png)
Parzania- Hotstar
![Parzania- Hotstar Parzania- Hotstar](https://english.cdn.zeenews.com/sites/default/files/2021/08/11/959478-parzania.png)