Exploring Intersectionality in 'Tumhari Khushboo'
The upcoming film 'Tumhari Khushboo' by Onir, starring Barun Sobti, is set in Mumbai and explores themes of queerness and disability. Produced by Impulse Mumbai, the film promotes awareness of sexual wellness and mental health within the LGBTQIA+ community, with a focus on empathy and authentic storytelling.
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'Tumhari Khushboo,' an upcoming film directed by National award-winning filmmaker Onir, is poised to offer a poignant narrative that interweaves queerness with disability. The film, featuring actor Barun Sobti, is set in the vibrant cityscape of Mumbai and highlights authentic representation through its cast and storyline.
Produced by volunteer-based Impulse Mumbai, the film is written by Ravi Asrani and promotes awareness around sexual wellness, mental health, and equity within the LGBTQIA+ community. Notably, Shashi Bhushan, a visually impaired actor, plays a queer character, adding depth and sensitivity to the narrative.
Onir expressed the film's focus on universal themes such as love and vulnerability, urging the importance of empathy and acceptance. His collaboration with the talented cast and Impulse Mumbai reflects a commitment to creating impactful, meaningful cinema that resonates with diverse intersections of identity.