Netflix’s vast library is generally known for its carefully curated balance of thrillers, rom-coms, and prestigious dramas. However, every so often, the streaming giant acquires a title that tests the limits of digital distribution and cultural tolerance. The latest film to stir this pot is Gandu, an underground Bengali cinematic explosion that, after being effectively blocked…
From Banned Status to the Global Stream The journey of Gandu has been anything but smooth. When it first premiered in 2010, it provoked visceral reactions; reports from festival circuits cited viewers walking out in protest, shocked by the film’s abrasive style. In India, the film faced a brick wall of censorship, with authorities deeming it…
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