VLC Player Banned in India; Best Alternatives

Introduction

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Why is VLC Media Player Banned?

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Alternatives of VLC Media Player

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1. PowerDVD – Best Overall

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2. KMPlayer – Best for Advanced User

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3. PotPlayer – Best for Customizing

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4. GOM Player – Best for Subtitle

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5. 5KPlayer – Best for Screencast

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