The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has suspended Jani Master’s National Film Award due to sexual assault allegations under the POCSO Act. The choreographer’s invitation to the 70th National Film Awards was also withdrawn. He was accused of assaulting a minor in 2020 and is currently on interim bail as the case proceeds in court.
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