So there are a couple of issues that we've seen around the forum that we want to address. Please read through this carefully and if you have any questions, please PM us.
1) Lately, with all the confusion about the leap/no leap, KVB's exit, and everything in the story, there have been quite a few comments in which statements have been made about KVB holding some sort of a stake in the channel, the show, etc. We want to remind you all that such things are not allowed on the forum for a few reasons. 1) They deal with the personal life of an actor, not something we know about in any way. 2) We have no proof. 3) Ultimately, the comments associated with such assumptions and statements generally are attacks on the actor.
And this applies across the board - attacks on any of the actors in the show are not allowed. Constructive criticism is. Bashing is not. And clearly, this wouldn't fall under constructive criticism.
So please refrain from making such comments in the future.
2) Comparisons between actors - Let's not go there. Direct, indirect, implied, whatever. Not allowed between actors in any way. These things will result in consequences because everyone should know better than to make the snide remarks about actors and whatnot.
3) This isn't something new, but it seems to be something that we need to repeat over and over again, and we really hope everyone understands it this time around.
There is absolutely NO commenting on the members. At ALL. It doesn't matter if you meant something as a joke or whatever, if it's commenting on the members, it will result in action being taken. Thus statements such as "Viraj worshippers, sadists, lusty fangirls, etc" are not allowed. That's directly commenting on the members. Indirectly making the snide remarks is ALSO not allowed.
This is becoming a more and more serious issue and seriously, people, keep this in mind when posting because we think we've reminded everyone about this rule enough times by now.
4) And finally, something that's really obvious- sticking to the topic at hand. If a thread is about one actor, character, whatever, don't bring in other factors if they don't actually pertain to the topic the TM posted. This is generally what's leading to fights as we've noticed in the forum. The TM says one thing, someone else brings in something else and soon enough we have a full on fight. Let's just stick to the topic at hand.
Warnings will be sent out for a first offense of any rule here or any rule in the Forum Rules (Obviously), and if you have already gotten a warning PM, then a WL raise will be the next step.
Everyone in the forum knows the rules. No more excuses.
We hope everyone understands and cooperates. Again, any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to PM either Vrish or me.
Best,
DSDDSB DT