POCSO Accused Jani Master Faces Backlash for Appearing on Kids’ Dance Show

• Choreographer Jani Master and Zee Telugu face criticism for his appearance as a judge on the dance reality show Aata, which features minor participants.
• Jani Master was booked under the POCSO Act in 2024 following allegations of sexual abuse by a former assistant choreographer when she was a minor.
• He was arrested in September 2024, granted interim bail for the National Awards, and later regular bail after the award was revoked.
• Promotional clips for a Valentine’s Week special episode of Aata, featuring Jani Master, sparked renewed outrage on social media.
• Social media users questioned Zee Telugu's decision to include a POCSO accused on a show with minors, leading to calls for accountability.