Archive · 23 Sep 2025
NHRC Official Slams Bollywood's Portrayal of Anti-Drug Agencies
The NHRC is upset with how some movies and shows are showing anti-drug agencies.
A member of the NHRC says some productions are making fun of these agencies.
He is worried about the impact on young people.
He also brought up a scene in the show 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' where Ranbir Kapoor uses an e-cigarette, which is illegal in India.
The NHRC has asked Mumbai Police to take action, including filing a police report.
The official believes that officials working in anti-drug agencies also have human rights and that the show mocks them.
The NHRC wants the scene removed and is concerned that it's harmful to Gen Z.
NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo criticized Bollywood's portrayal of anti-drug agencies.
He expressed concern that some productions undermine the credibility of these agencies.
Kanoongo highlighted the potential negative impact on the younger generation.
He mentioned a scene in 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' featuring an e-cigarette.
NHRC has notified Mumbai Police to take action against the scene.
- Who
- Priyank Kanoongo, NHRC, Bollywood, Ranbir Kapoor, Mumbai Police
- What
- NHRC criticized Bollywood's portrayal of anti-drug agencies.
- When
- Not specified.
- Where
- India
- Why
- Concerns over negative portrayal of anti-drug agencies and potential violation of e-cigarette ban.
NHRC/Public Health Advocates
Bollywood/Film Industry
Agency Portrayal
NHRC/Public Health Advocates
Negative depictions undermine credibility and rights of officials.
Bollywood/Film Industry
No direct public response.
E-cigarette Usage
NHRC/Public Health Advocates
Violates existing law banning e-cigarette consumption.
Bollywood/Film Industry
No direct public response.
- Issue
- Portrayal of Anti-Drug Agencies in Bollywood
- Official
- Priyank Kanoongo, NHRC Member
- Agency Targeted
- Anti-Drug Agencies
- Web Series Mentioned
- The Ba***ds of Bollywood
- Alleged Violation
- E-cigarette consumption by Ranbir Kapoor
- Action Requested
- Deletion of content and FIR against those responsible
Sources
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