Members of Sarbat—a London based social and support group for LGBT Sikhs—will be in New York in the beginning of November for discussions and social gatherings. Scheduled events include an introductory discussion about Sarbat and issues faced by LGBT Sikhs in the US & UK on November 1st and a walk on the Highline followed by brunch on November 2nd. Check out their events calendar and RSVP to attend.
Posted: October 23rd, 2013
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Out Loud, the first gay themed film shot and produced in Lebanon will be opening at the Quad Cinema on October 25th. We are intrigued…check out the trailer. Here’s a synopsis from the Quad: “The film follows a small group of friends who gather at Jason’s house in war-torn Lebanon. One night he hosts a party for his expanding circle of free-spirited friends. There’s the emotionally agile Louis and his
Posted: October 22nd, 2013
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Three young people in Lahore try to escape the reality of their everyday lives. They succeed in ways they least expected. Zinda Bhaag, directed by Meenu Gaur and Farjad Nabi, and produced by Mazhar Zaidi has been selected as the Pakistani entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 86th Academy Awards—for the first in over 50 years. Check out the trailer here. The local lead actors describe their own ability
Posted: October 18th, 2013
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We’re excited to offer discounted tickets for two extraordinary productions grounded in South Asian culture at Lincoln Center’s White Light Festival: The Manganiyar Seduction (October 31, November 1 and 2 at 7:30pm), performed by approximately 40 singers and instrumentalists from Rajasthan state in Northwest India directed by Roysten Abel, which premiered at the White Light Festival in 2010; and the U.S. premiere of DESH (November 6 and 7 at 7:30pm), a solo dance performance rooted in traditional kathak
Posted: October 18th, 2013
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Q Radio is India’s first radio station tailored to LGBT audiences and has been broadcasting around the clock from Bangalore since September. The station plays tunes by LGBT-friendly and queer artists in between talk shows discussing issues faced by the community ranging from coming out to LGBT global human rights. Program host Vaishalli Chandra, a former journalist and Q Radio’s channel manager notes: “It’s nice to have people come out and share their
Posted: October 5th, 2013
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IN Group invites you to Light the Night, a one of its kind Diwali event, with Sholay’s resident DJ – Ashu Rai. Light the Night includes: an exclusive evening cruise with views of the New York City Skyline, with a premium open bar, cuisine by Bukhara Grill, NYC and the beats of Ashu Rai, dholi Mohit and more. The event is 21 + and tickets are on sale here. Please note:
Posted: October 4th, 2013
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Since the historic strike down of Penal Code 377 in 2009, we’ve seen Pride marches in India expand beyond Delhi (pictured above) and Mumbai to cities like Bangalore, Kolkata and Chennai. Thanks to the efforts of Gujarat LGBT Pride Festival (GLGBTPF) and Foram Foundation, rainbow flags will be flying on Sunday, October 6th in Surat, Gujarat. Organizers hope the first LGBT march in this conservative state will increase awareness, particularly among
Posted: October 3rd, 2013
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We’re still recovering from a fun-filled weekend of mojitos, Doonya dancing, pool parties, sunset swims and drag brunches with the Mumbai 2 Miami crew this past weekend. On Saturday, Sholay’s Atif and Ashu Rai deejayed a fun-filled afternoon pool party at Hotel Nash in South Beach. Here are pictures of the beautiful ladies and boys that were in attendance. We are looking forward to next year’s festivities!
Posted: September 26th, 2013
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Don't miss our next party on June 27th, 2026 at Cobble Fish