Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Netflix CCO Responds to Kashyap's Criticism of Netflix India
Anurag Kashyap, a film director, criticized Netflix India for allegedly being hesitant to produce certain shows.
He expressed doubt that a show like "Adolescence" would be approved in India.
Bela Bajaria, a Netflix executive, responded, emphasizing Netflix's focus on quality content.
Bajaria praised "Adolescence," suggesting it was high quality.
She highlighted Netflix's diverse viewership, and how Netflix aims to serve a wide range of tastes.
Previously, Kashyap had been in talks with Netflix India to adapt "Maximum City," but the project was shelved.
Anurag Kashyap criticized Netflix India regarding content decisions.
Bela Bajaria, Netflix's CCO, responded to Kashyap's criticism.
Bajaria stated Netflix seeks quality writing to cater a broad audience.
Kashyap doubted Netflix India would approve shows similar to 'Adolescence'.
Kashyap previously worked with Netflix on a project that was shelved.
- Who
- Anurag Kashyap and Bela Bajaria
- What
- Disagreement over Netflix India's content choices
- When
- Following the release of Adolescence
- Where
- The Hollywood Reporter India
- Why
- Kashyap criticized Netflix for potentially not greenlighting similar content in India.
Anurag Kashyap's View
Netflix's View
Content Approval
Anurag Kashyap's View
Netflix India might not approve content like 'Adolescence'.
Netflix's View
Netflix prioritizes quality, offering diverse content.
- Protagonist
- Netflix India
- Critic
- Anurag Kashyap
- CCO
- Bela Bajaria
- Show Mentioned
- Adolescence
- Project Shelved
- Maximum City
