Television drama Rimjhim – Choti Umar Bada Safar has landed in the middle of a storm, with social media users openly calling for the show to be banned. The backlash erupted after clips from the Dangal TV series went viral, showing Yashika Sharma, who is reportedly 16, sharing intimate moments on screen with her co-star Himanshu Awasthie, aged 24.
As screenshots and video snippets spread rapidly across Reddit and other platforms, the hashtag “Ban Rimjhim – Choti Umar Bada Safar” began trending, with viewers expressing anger, discomfort, and serious ethical concerns.
What triggered the outrage
The controversy stems from recent episodes of the show that feature romantic and physically intimate scenes between the two lead characters. In one widely circulated clip, Himanshu’s character is seen pulling Yashika’s character close, covering her body after her blouse comes undone, and ending the scene with a prolonged embrace.
Another scene that sparked even stronger reactions reportedly shows the two characters together on a bed, with camera angles focusing on the actress’s bare back. For many viewers, these visuals crossed a line — especially given the age of the female lead.
Netizens were quick to point out that the show’s central premise itself revolves around a romantic relationship between a teenager and an adult, something many feel should not be portrayed in such a manner on mainstream television.
Social media reacts: “This should not be allowed”
Reddit threads discussing the scenes have exploded, with users calling the content “disturbing,” “illegal,” and “deeply irresponsible.” Some viewers claimed they had already written to authorities demanding immediate action against the show.
Others accused the Indian TV industry of hitting a new low, alleging that minors are being exploited for shock value and ratings. Several posts questioned how such scenes were approved by both the channel and regulatory bodies.
The anger isn’t limited to online commentary — many are now demanding formal intervention.
No response from the makers yet
Despite the growing backlash, the makers of Rimjhim – Choti Umar Bada Safar and Dangal TV have not issued any official statement so far. Silence from the production team has only added fuel to the outrage, with critics accusing them of avoiding accountability.
Calls for a ban continue to gain traction as viewers wait for clarity or corrective action.
Déjà vu for Indian television?
The controversy has inevitably drawn comparisons to Pehredaar Piya Ki, a show that faced intense backlash in 2017 for depicting a child marriage involving a nine-year-old boy and a nineteen-year-old woman. After massive public criticism and an online petition, the show was pulled off air within a month and later relaunched in a reworked format.
Many social media users are now asking whether Rimjhim – Choti Umar Bada Safar could face a similar fate.
About the show
Rimjhim – Choti Umar Bada Safar airs on Dangal TV and also stars Hunar Hali, Yudhan Saraswat, and Shreya Patel in key roles. The show positions itself as a dramatic love story but is now under intense scrutiny for how that story is being portrayed.
Final words
The growing demand to ban Rimjhim – Choti Umar Bada Safar highlights a larger conversation about ethical storytelling, age-appropriate casting, and responsibility in television content. With outrage escalating by the hour and memories of past controversies still fresh, the spotlight is now firmly on the makers and the channel.
Whether this storm results in a ban, edits, or official intervention remains to be seen — but for now, the show is facing its toughest battle off-screen.
