Actress Surjasikha Das voices concern over the rising overexposure to mature themes in digital content, especially among children.
She advocates for self-censorship and responsible content creation to protect young minds and encourage mindful consumption.
With themes like relationship issues, divorce, and family conflict becoming increasingly common in mainstream content, actress Surjasikha Das believes this constant exposure is having a strong influence on young minds. Having appeared in projects like Maa (alongside Kajol), Call Me Bae, Gutargu Season 3, The Night Manager, The Trial, and Bade Acche Lagte Hain Season 3, she believes that much of today’s content may be too overwhelming for younger viewers to process.
Overexposure Is Becoming a Real Issue
“I genuinely believe that constant exposure to certain content is becoming increasingly worrisome. Everything today is gradually being normalised because we’re constantly exposed to it—especially through the internet and digital platforms. Even young children are seeing and absorbing things they might not be emotionally or mentally ready for. And as adults, we can’t always monitor every moment of their digital consumption. It’s not just films or OTT platforms—video games, social media, everything plays a role. This is why I think we, as elders or parents, have a responsibility to guide the younger generation and set boundaries. We need to be conscious of what we’re allowing into our homes and how we ourselves are consuming and reacting to content,” Surjasikha Das says.
The actress emphasizes the importance of being mindful at home about what’s being watched. “Absolutely. In today’s environment, where there’s minimal external regulation, self-censorship is probably the most effective solution—not just for creators, but for families too. As parents or guardians, it’s important to keep track of what our children are exposed to, and how frequently. That might mean limiting screen time, being selective about the kind of content they watch, or even setting a personal example by making thoughtful choices ourselves,” she adds.
Content Creators Hold a Powerful Responsibility
Surjasikha Das further notes, “As for creators, the intention behind content matters a lot. If the messaging is clear and it serves a greater purpose—be it education, awareness, or honest storytelling—it can be very impactful. But without that sensitivity, content can easily slip into excess or irresponsibility. So yes, I feel self-censorship is crucial—not to suppress creativity, but to ensure content is created and consumed in a mindful, balanced way.”
