4 Indian Actors Who Played Memorable LGBTQIA+ Characters!

The Indian Film Industry has come a long way in the LGBTQIA+ representation on screen.

To celebrate the shift and actors behind the new force, here’s looking at 4 Indian stars who gave memorable LGBTQIA+ on-screen characters to the audience.

Bhumi Pednekar, Prateik Babbar
Bhumi Pednekar, Prateik Babbar

From being a humour point to playing the lead in a narrative – the change in projection is incredible. In recent films, these actors have breathed life into some of the most sensitive and mature storylines revolving around the community.

1) Prateik Babbar

The unconventional actor gave the year’s best performance in Cobalt Blue. Essaying a character of a bisexual, Prateik Babbar added a mystic charm to the screen. Even though it was one of the most challenging roles to play, he did not lose his character’s beat at any point.

2) Bhumi Pednekar

Badhaai Do became a massive hit among the audience for its sensitive take on a lavender marriage. Bhumi Pednekar looked effortless in her role as a lesbian. The actress won the audience with her perfect comic timing, but her emotional sequences made an everlasting impact.

3) Vaani Kapoor

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Another actress that came forward with the issues of the transgender community was Vaani Kapoor. The actress with Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui caught all the nuances of a trans woman and made the audience empathise with her pain. The film’s educational aspect earned a bonus point in creating awareness.

4) Fawad Khan

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One of the early actors to get a gay character right was Fawad Khan with Kapoor & Sons. Released back in the day, the actor broke the stereotypes surrounding the community. His portrayal was non-caricature, desirable, and on-point. The hero earned rave reviews for his performance.

Also Read: (“Always Been A Tomboy” – Zareen Khan On Playing A Lesbian In ‘Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele’)

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