Netflix Pulls 'Annapoorani' Amid Backlash from Hindu Groups

The film's depiction of a Brahmin woman cooking meat sparked controversy, leading to legal actions and fears of censorship in India.

Netflix has removed the Indian film 'Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food' from its platform following backlash from right-wing Hindu groups. The film depicted a Brahmin woman cooking and eating meat, which is against the traditions of the Brahmin caste.
The film, which was released in theaters in December and on Netflix later the same month, quickly became the streaming platform’s top trending movie in India.
Several far-right Hindu groups filed a First Information Report against the film’s director, producer and actors, accusing the film of 'outraging religious feelings' and 'promoting enmity between different groups.'
A police case has also been filed in Madhya Pradesh state against Nayanthara, the lead actress, and two others associated with the film.
The controversy has sparked fears of censorship and press freedoms among the media and filmmakers in India.