A brand new exploration of the concept, history and life stories of some of the biggest Drag artists in India today. Dispelling myths, countering inconsistencies and bringing the listener face to face with some of the most fascinating people we have met. Google and Flipkart employees, Doctors, Designers, Makeup artists, Models and Change makers. Come hear a fresh take on the INDian Drag scene!
Zeeshan Ali was training to be a medical professional, but decided to course correct to fashion designer, model and actor; and more importantly become a self taught Drag artist, inspired by 'Club Kids Culture' of the 1990's & one who tackles taboo topics so that they are mainstreamed and spoken of without shame! Only on #INDrag.
Meet the multifaceted Hiten Noonwal, designer, model, TEDx speaker and fashion educator; and also a thriving avant garde, gender fluid Drag artist, who through their Drag performances are hoping to bring gender & design sensitisation. Only on #INDrag.
The multifaceted talent that is Abhishek Singhania - a choreographer, dancer, model & teacher; he also comes from the house of Labija where he works to bring together the New York style of Drag and Indian Drag while incorporating, "Waacking" and "Voguing" in Drag performances. Only on #INDrag
Presenting to you the incredible Naaz, formerly a high flying corporate go-getter and a trained Hip Hop dancer; now a vociferous supporter of Drag artists & enjoys pushing their own boundaries with the Drag personas they explore. Only on #INDrag.
Presenting Gautam Bandodkar, a highly trained and practicing Doctor; and more importantly a performer, Drag mother to two children as well as a recent entrant to the world of Drag. They work towards bursting myths surrounding gender identities through their performances. Only on #INDrag.
The powerhouse performer Swaja Saransh, a journalist, documentary film maker, climate change activist; also a vociferous and enthusiastic practitioner of the art form commonly known as "Launda Naach." Only on #INDrag.
Filled with entrepreneurial fire, meet Ashish Chopra, the founder of #beunic, a participant of #sharktankindia and a full time employee of #google; more importantly Ashish is an avid and exuberant performer of, "Desi Drag." Only on #INDrag.
Aishwarya Ayushman, a Delhi based human rights lawyer who fights tirelessly for the voiceless; and also practices and promotes Drag in its various forms across cities and cultures in an attempt to bridge the gap between theatre and Drag. Only on #INDrag.
The firecracker tag team couple known as Nick and Sayantika, both senior management at Flipkart; and some of the most vocal promoters for opening of more Drag venues, inclusivity & sensitivity, so that the movement spreads far, spreads wide & spreads quickly. Only on #INDrag.
Meet Patruni Sastry, a powerhouse of talent, an incredible speaker, a fabulous dancer; and most importantly, a vocal and powerful pillar of the Drag movement in India. The founder of Dragvanti and also an avid practitioner of, "Tranimal Drag". Only on #INDrag.
Meet the effervescent Sanket Sawant, a fashion designer and model; they are also a monumental Drag performer, inspired by Lady Gaga & one who embraces local cultures and art forms of where they are performing, and utilise them to their full effect within their performances! Only on #INDrag.
Meet Kumar Iyer, a celebrated makeup artist in the Hindi film industry, educator and mentor and also a Titan watches model in Drag; even more importantly, one of the most senior Drag artists in the country & one who is vocal and proud of Indian culture, folk handicrafts and the biggest proponent of Indian sarees. Kumar practices, "Elegant Indian Drag". Only on #INDrag.
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