In an unprecedented move, the Indian Censor Board passed a music video by Friends of Linger called “Head Held High” which aims to spread the message of love and acceptance in the LGBT community. This is the first time a video with such a theme has passed the Censor Board without any cuts or edits. This is the same country that still has 377 on its books and persecutes our

Posted: April 24th, 2015

We are looking forward to “The Apu Trilogy:  2015 Restoration” by Janus Films which will be at the Film Forum on May 8th. Do not miss this restored version of a classic trilogy of films by Satyatjit Ray.  Below is a sneak peak:      

Posted: April 23rd, 2015

Thahir Mohammed Sayyed knew he was gay since Class VII. His family was supportive when he came out. Educated, career oriented and fit, 28 year old Thahir decided to represent India at the Mr Gay World 2015 contest in Knysna, South Africa. He expected some backlash and criticism. Unfortunately what he and his family received from the community forced them to go into hiding. The Muslim community leaders ostracized the

Posted: April 20th, 2015

The Mumbai Mirror interviews Kirron Kher who is a leading Indian actress, BJP Member of Parliament and an LGBT icon. She has always been outspoken on gay rights in India even though the political party she is affiliated with has its own ideologies that deny our existence. You may recall seeing her as the mother in “Dostana” trying to break up John Abraham and Abhishek Bachan but finally accepting her

Posted: April 17th, 2015

“Is a top pretending to be worthier than a bottom any less a form of discrimination than a straight person imagining themselves better than a lesbian, bisexual or gay one? If we as gay men want equal status in society, we first must stop this kind of mentality. Otherwise shouting for gay rights or taking part in any number of LGBTI Pride parades is of no worth.” writes gay desi

Posted: April 9th, 2015

Make it a desi + queer + fab weekend! The day after our Saturday Sholay birthay bash, join our friends at SALGA for a bottomless Sunday brunch hosted by the alluring and hilarious drag diva Lal Batti. La Flaca NYC, 384 Grand Street, New York, NY 10002 Sunday, April 26,  1:15-3:15pm Ticket Cost: $39 (admission by advance ticket only) Ticket Includes: – Entree and unlimited drinks for 2 hours from

Posted: April 1st, 2015

Now playing at HERE through Ma-Yi Theater, SOLDIER X follows a young biracial uniformed social worker, Monica, who falls for a returning veteran, Jay, and the subsequent love triangle that ensues when he decides he is in love with his fallen Marine’s Muslim sister. The play tallies the emotional scars inflicted on young men and women returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan. The playwright, Rehana Lew Mirza, is a member of the Ma-Yi Writers

Posted: April 1st, 2015

This may just be the all time best slogan at any desi queer pride march. The third edition of Hyderabad Queer Pride and the first one in the newborn state of Telangana took place on the 8th of February with color, culture, and a touch of humor. The march had an underlying theme focusing on Telangana culture. Various signs condemning Section 377—India’s notorious ant-LGBT law were also seen in abundance. Check

Posted: February 12th, 2015