Singapore Eases Dialect Film Restrictions Following 'Dear You' Debate
By Editor • August 23, 2026 • 1 min read
In a notable policy shift, Singapore has lifted restrictions on cinema screenings of dialect films, a change prompted by discussions surrounding the hit film Dear You. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced that screenings must include a Mandarin-dubbed version.
Additionally, the government will ease restrictions on dialect content for pay television, with further details expected soon.
Source: www.scmp.com
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