New Delhi, Oct 22 (Inditop.com) The capital is all set to host a 10-day queer festival from Friday. From films to art exhibition, parties to picnics — it has plenty to offer at multiple venues in the city.
The Nigah Queer Fest, as the festival is called, will bring together members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) community in an effort to showcase their talent and express their opinion on different aspects of life.
The festival is in its third year. The main venue will be the Indian Social Institute (ISI), where a film festival will also be held.
Films from around the world on the subject of gender and sexuality will be showcased. Amongst some of the films and documentaries to be screened are “New Delhi’s Pride”, “Unraveling Michelle”, “Hannah Free”, “Are we talking straight” and “Mother Knows Best”.
Besides the ISI, the other venues are the Max Mueller Bhavan and Nehru Park.
Activist and filmmaker Nishit Saran’s collection of writings “Lurkings” will also be launched during the festival.
While the event is expected to draw a wide range of people, the organisers have a word of caution.
“We are trying to create a space for all to come and enjoy the festival, no matter what their sexual orientation. However, recognising the need for anonymity of many in the LGBT community, we request no still photography, filming or mobile photography,” said Mohnish Malhotra, the media coordinator for the event.
The festival will culminate Nov 1.
