If 'The White Lotus' were produced in India, its incisive critique of privilege and politics would likely be softened; the show's essence would be lost. The recent release of its third season on JioHotstar highlighted this issue when a pivotal scene featuring Nicholas Duvernay's character was censored, leading to backlash from viewers who noted its absence. This pattern of self-censorship is prevalent in Indian OTT platforms, as they preemptively edit content to avoid government scrutiny and public outrage, which in turn distorts the original narrative being presented to audiences.
Indian OTT platforms often preemptively censor content to avoid potential backlash from lawsuits, protests, or government scrutiny, affecting the artistic expression of shows like 'The White Lotus'.
The opening scene of the new season was censored in India, showcasing cultural ignorance while foreshadowing the show's theme, leading to discontent among premium viewers.
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