The ULLU ALTT Desiflix ban has come into force as the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting ordered the blocking of 25 OTT platforms on July 25, 2025, for violating Indian IT and media laws.
The government directed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to disable access to platforms such as ULLU, ALTT (formerly ALTBalaji), Big Shots App, Desiflix, Boomex and others due to allegations of hosting obscene, vulgar or pornographic content. Platforms reportedly lacked age‑verification filters, used misleading thumbnails, and often misrepresented women in objectionable scenes.
Authorities cited violations including Section 67 and 67A of the Information Technology Act, Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986. MIB also highlighted intermediary liability under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act and Digital Media Ethics Code Rules 2021, making ISPs responsible once violations are notified.
This crackdown aims to strengthen digital safety, curb unregulated adult content, and protect viewers—especially minors—from wrongful exposure. It follows a similar ban from March 2024 when 18 OTT platforms and related sites were blocked for the same reasons.
Full List of Banned Apps and Websites
- ULLU
- ALTT (formerly ALT Balaji)
- Big Shots App
- Desiflix
- Boomex
- NeonX VIP
- Navarasa Lite
- Gulab App
- Kangan App
- Bull App
- Jalva App
- Wow Entertainment
- Look Entertainment
- Hitprime
- Feneo
- ShowX
- Sol Talkies
- Adda TV
- HotX VIP
- Hulchul App
- MoodX
- Fugi
- Mojflix
- Triflicks
- ShowHit
Several platforms, especially ULLU, had earlier faced warnings. The Digital Publisher Content Grievance Council had flagged many shows for explicit content, but many resurfaced without proper regulation. ULLU’s IPO ambitions, with a planned ₹135–150 crore SME listing in early 2025, are now in doubt following the government’s decisive action.
FAQs
Who is behind the ULLU ALTT Desiflix ban?
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued the ban on 25 OTT platforms including ULLU, ALTT and Desiflix, effective July 25, 2025.
What laws did ULLU ALTT Desiflix ban rely on?
Violations were framed under Section 67/67A of the IT Act, Section 294 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and The Indecent Representation of Women Act.
Why were platforms like ULLU ALTT Desiflix banned?
They reportedly hosted sexually explicit content without meaningful storyline or age‑filters, misrepresented women, and violated Indian decency laws.
How many platforms were banned in the ULLU ALTT Desiflix ban?
A total of 25 OTT apps and websites were ordered blocked across India.
Will more bans follow the ULLU ALTT Desiflix ban?
Authorities have indicated that further regulatory action may follow as part of tougher digital content oversight.
