10 Bollywood Films Redefining Same-Sex Relationships

Zee Media Bureau
Oct 20, 2023

Badhaai-ho (2022)

A heartwarming tale that includes a storyline about acceptance and understanding of same-sex relationships.

Margarita with a Straw (2015)

An inspiring film that chronicles the life of a young woman with cerebral palsy as she explores her bisexuality and relationships.

Kapoor & Sons (2016)

This family drama sensitively addresses issues of acceptance and reveals a character's homosexuality.

Aligarh (2015)

Inspired by true events, it tells the story of a professor who faced discrimination due to his sexual orientation.

Maja Ma (2022)

A contemporary film that delves into the complexities of modern LGBTQ+ relationships and self-discovery.

Fire (1996)

A groundbreaking film that explores a lesbian relationship within the constraints of a traditional Indian family.

My Brother Nikhil (2005)

A poignant drama based on the life of a real Indian swimmer who faced discrimination due to his HIV-positive status and same-sex relationship.

Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021)

While primarily a love story, it features an important subplot about a same-sex relationship. The film starred Vaani Kapoor as a trans women.

Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019)

This film portrays a young woman's journey to embrace her identity as a lesbian and find love.

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan (2020)

A comedy-drama that addresses the challenges faced by a same-sex couple in India.

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