Bollywood actors, activists come together for the opening ceremony of queer film festival

The opening night ceremony of 10th

Kashish Mumbai International Queer Film Festival

saw actors, filmmakers, industrialists, activists and the LGBTQIA+ community walk the red carpet. The five-day festival kicked off with a performance by singer Rekha Bhardwaj. “June is

Pride Month

around the world, and that’s why Kashish this year is being held in

June

, to celebrate its 10th anniversary along with the world. Celebrations are also due as this is the first mainstream LGBTQIA+ film festival in India after Supreme Court’s verdict on Section 377. The response to the 10th edition has been amazing,” said festival director Sridhar Rangayan.
“I am so happy to be part of this year’s celebrations. I am looking forward to attend the film screenings, meeting beautiful friends and like-minded individuals. I hope more people support this initiative," said Rekha Bhardwaj.