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Madhuri to Rajkumar: 7 Actors who played LGBTQIA+ roles on screen

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Vaani Kapoor

In the movie Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, Vaani portrays Maanvi Brar, a transgender woman, illustrating her journey from feeling trapped to finding liberation through surgery.

 

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Rajkummar Rao

In Badhaai Do, Rajkummar portrayed a gay police officer, emphasizing the message: face yourself, find solutions, and seek happiness.

 

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Madhuri Dixit

In her latest movie, 'Maja Ma' on Prime Video, Madhuri Dixit surprised viewers with her new role as Pallavi Patel, showing self-discovery.

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Fawad Khan

The Movie Kapoor & Sons depicts a troubled family. Two brothers reunite when their grandfather gets sick. Fawad Khan plays Rahul, a gay man.
 

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Sonam Kapoor

Sonam Kapoor, known for her fashion sense, surprised audiences by playing a lesbian character in 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga'.,

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Ayushmann Khurrana

Ayushmann Khurrana, known for diverse roles, portrayed a gay character in Shubh Mangal Zyada Savdhaan, conveying a simple message: 'Love is Love'.

 

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Randeep Hooda & Saqib Saleem

In the movie Bombay Talkies, Randeep plays Dev, a closeted married man, while Saqib portrays Avinash, who faces family rejection due to his sexuality.

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