Film, Theatre, and Media

Dance Like a Man is a 2022 Indian drama film that follows the story of a young Kathak dancer, Natesh, who falls in love with his dance partner, Rajan. The film is notable for its exploration of same-sex desire and relationships within the context of traditional Indian dance.

Badhaai Do is a 2022 Indian comedy-drama film that follows the story of Shardul and Sumi, a gay man and a lesbian woman, who enter into a lavender marriage to appease their conservative families. The film is notable for its humorous and heartwarming portrayal of a same-sex relationship in a traditional Indian setting.

Njan Marykutty is a 2018 Indian Malayalam-language drama film that follows the story of Marykutty, a transgender woman who overcomes societal prejudices and discrimination to become a successful classical singer. The film is notable for its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of a transgender character.

LGBTQ+ films have played a multifaceted role in creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals in India by providing a platform for LGBTQ+ voices and stories to be heard, challenging discriminatory laws and policies against LGBTQ+ people, and promoting LGBTQ+ rights and equality.

My Son Is Gay is a 2017 Indian Marathi-language drama film that follows the story of a gay couple, Amol and Saket, who struggle to adopt a child due to societal prejudices and legal barriers. The film is notable for its realistic and moving portrayal of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ couples in India.

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is a 2020 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film that follows the story of Kartik and Aman, a gay couple who face opposition from their families when they decide to get married. The film is notable for its lighthearted and humorous approach to the subject of same-sex relationships in India.

LGBTQ+ films have played a multifaceted role in fostering a sense of community and belonging among LGBTQ+ individuals in India by providing a platform for LGBTQ+ voices and stories to be heard, creating a sense of solidarity and support among LGBTQ+ people, and promoting LGBTQ+ rights and equality.

Satyajit Ray is considered one of the greatest Indian film directors of all time. He is known for his realistic portrayal of poverty in his films, such as Pather Panchali (1955) and Aparajito (1956).

Neecha Nagar (1946) is considered to be a landmark film in the depiction of poverty in Indian cinema. It was directed by Chetan Anand and starred Raaj Kumar and Kamini Kaushal.

Salaam Bombay! (1988) is an Indian film directed by Mira Nair. It won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1988 for its realistic portrayal of poverty in the slums of Mumbai.

Anurag Kashyap is an Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is known for his films that explore the lives of the urban poor, such as Black Friday (2004), Dev.D (2009), and Gangs of Wasseypur (2012).

Shantaram (2022) is an Indian film directed by Richie Mehta. It is based on the novel of the same name by Gregory David Roberts.

Bandit Queen (1994) is an Indian film directed by Shekhar Kapur. It is based on the life of Phoolan Devi, a bandit queen who became a politician.

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar (2000) is an Indian film directed by Jabbar Patel. It is based on the life of B. R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution.

Gandhi (1982) is an Indian film directed by Richard Attenborough. It is based on the life of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement.