tATu, the Russian pop duo known as Tattoo, faced a block on their VKontakte community, restricting access to walls, photo albums, and video galleries.
Access was limited for all users.
In 2022, a publication by Sotavision explained that after a law banning LGBT propaganda among Russians of all ages was adopted, administrators of the community chose to remove all photos featuring soloists Yulia Volkova and Lena Katina. The aim was to avoid potential violations under the new regulation.
On November 30, 2023, Russia’s Supreme Court ruled that the international LGBT movement, already designated as extremist and banned, should be treated as an extremist organization within the country.
Meanwhile, the children’s animated series My Little Pony earned an 18-plus rating on Kinopoisk. The rating change is linked to a broader discussion about content suitability for younger audiences and the portrayal of characters such as Rainbow Dash, a sky-blue pony with a rainbow mane and tail.
Earlier, Denis Klyaver spoke about beliefs in miracles associated with the New Year season, reflecting a broader cultural conversation about entertainment and social norms during festive periods.
These items illustrate how entertainment figures and media properties in Russia have faced regulatory pressures and shifting audience classifications in recent years, affecting how content is presented and who can engage with it on major platforms.
Experts note that regulatory actions surrounding LGBT topics and content classifications often intersect with platform governance, public sentiment, and the evolving legal landscape. In practice, administrators and creators may adjust images, profiles, or show references to align with current legal expectations and community guidelines, while audiences navigate changing access rules and rating systems. Attribution: official statements from relevant ministries, court rulings, and media outlets covering policy and cultural debates provide context for these developments.