Kashish Pride Film Festival

Kashish Pride Film Festival The 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival will take place from June 2nd to June 7th 2026 in Mumbai. Check out details at http://mumbaiqueerfest.com

will be held from August 19th to September 5th spread over 3 weekends, due to the still prevailing pandemic situation, considering the safety of everyone. The theme of KASHISH 2021 is , representing the festival's mission to unlock geographical & racial barriers, and encourage love & acceptance of + individuals, and thereby unlock a new normal of hope for every

one. KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival is the first LGBTQ film festival in India to be held in a mainstream theater and the first queer festival in India to receive clearance from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. KASHISH was voted as one of the top 5 coolest LGBT film festivals in the world by a worldwide poll conducted by MovieMaker Magazine in 2013. Over the previous 11 editions, the festival has grown from strength to strength, attracting close to 9000 footfalls over the 4 1/2 days of the festival at two venues. The festival has screened every year 110 to 180 films from 28 - 44 countries. These films include shorts, documentaries, features - all centered around LGBTQ themes. The festival attracts close to 30% non-LGBT audience, film & media celebrities, and intentional guests. Festival Director:
Sridhar Rangayan

Director of Programming:
Saagar Gupta

Director of Communications:
Shibu Thomas

Director of Outreach:
Rohini Ramnathan

Director of Finance:
Chandresh Mehta
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KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival

Festival Website: http://www.mumbaiqueerfest.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Kashish.MIQFF

Twitter: http://twitter.com/KashishMIQFF

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/KASHISHfilmfest

Instagram: http://instagram.com/kashishfilmfest

⚠️ Festival UpdateDue to an unexpected power outage at Liberty Cinema, today’s screenings and festival activities are ru...
05/06/2026

⚠️ Festival Update
Due to an unexpected power outage at Liberty Cinema, today’s screenings and festival activities are running approximately 1 hour behind schedule.

Our team is working closely with the venue to resume the programme as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we’ll keep you updated on any further developments.

The 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival is proud to felicitate Konkona Sen Sharma Konkona Sensharma with the “Ra...
03/06/2026

The 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival is proud to felicitate Konkona Sen Sharma Konkona Sensharma with the “Rainbow Voices Award” 🏆🌈

Through her exceptional body of work and her commitment to diverse, meaningful narratives, she has helped create space for conversations around identity, inclusion, and acceptance.

Join us as we celebrate her remarkable contribution at the Opening Ceremony of . ✨

🗓️ June 3, 7 Pm onwards
📍Liberty Cinema, Marine Lines
🎟️Register now: kpff.myinstamojo.com

WOOHOO! 🌈✨ KASHISH has landed in Deadline Hollywood!We’re beyond excited to see KASHISH featured in one of the most infl...
03/06/2026

WOOHOO! 🌈✨ KASHISH has landed in Deadline Hollywood!

We’re beyond excited to see KASHISH featured in one of the most influential entertainment publications in the world. Read article here: https://deadline.com/2026/06/kashish-pride-film-festival-2026-lineup-1236938848/

Moments like these help shine an even brighter spotlight on the power of q***r storytelling and the incredible filmmakers who bring these stories to life.

Huge thanks to Matthew Carey and Sunil Sadarangani for helping make this happen! ❤️

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Get ready for a vibrant celebration of rhythm, grace, and Maharashtra’s rich cultural heritage with 𝙇𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙞 𝙠𝙖 𝙉𝙖𝙟𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙖, t...
02/06/2026

Get ready for a vibrant celebration of rhythm, grace, and Maharashtra’s rich cultural heritage with 𝙇𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙞 𝙠𝙖 𝙉𝙖𝙟𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙖, the Opening Night performance of the 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival 2026.🌟✨

Led by internationally acclaimed Kathak and Lavani exponent Aditi Bhagwat, this captivating performance pays tribute to the beauty, energy, and expressive power of Lavani. Aditi has enthralled audiences across the world and collaborated with artists from diverse musical and dance traditions, bringing a unique depth and dynamism to her work.

Joining her are accomplished performers Smita and Sujata, both trained in Kathak and Lavani. Smita has represented India internationally through her Lavani performances, while Sujata has been part of several celebrated stage productions and is a respected dance educator.

Together, they bring Lavani Ka Najrana to life through spirited movement, storytelling, and the timeless artistry of one of Maharashtra’s most beloved dance traditions.

📍 Liberty Cinema, Mumbai
📅 Wednesday, 3 June 2026
🕖 7:00 PM onwards

Join us as we open KASHISH Pride Film Festival 2026 with a spectacular celebration of culture, music, and dance.

🎟️ Register now and be part of the celebration : kpff.myinstamojo.com

Opening the 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival 2026 is 𝙏𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙖 𝙗𝙮 𝘼𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙫 𝙈𝙪𝙠𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙟𝙚𝙚, a captivating dance perfor...
02/06/2026

Opening the 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival 2026 is 𝙏𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙖 𝙗𝙮 𝘼𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙫 𝙈𝙪𝙠𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙟𝙚𝙚, a captivating dance performance that blends tradition, storytelling, and contemporary expression. ✨

Led by acclaimed Kathak artist, choreographer, and educator Avenav Mukherjee, Trinetra brings together a dynamic ensemble of performers who explore themes of identity, emotion, and transformation through the power of movement.

Joining Avenav on stage are Jayesh Sarange, a versatile performer whose work spans theatre, musicals, television, and digital platforms, and Nikhil Thamke, an accomplished choreographer and movement storyteller known for creating deeply evocative performances across diverse dance forms.

Together, they promise a breathtaking artistic experience that celebrates the beauty of expression, rhythm, and storytelling.🌟

📍 Liberty Cinema, Mumbai
📅 Wednesday, 3 June 2026
🕖 7:00 PM onwards

Join us for the ✨Opening Night of the 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival.🌈
🎟️ Register now and be part of the celebration : kpff.myinstamojo.com



The 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival is set to sparkle a little brighter with the fabulous SeduQtress SoniQa ...
02/06/2026

The 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival is set to sparkle a little brighter with the fabulous SeduQtress SoniQa taking the stage at our Opening Night! 🌈🌟

A beloved KASHISH favourite for over a decade, SeduQtress has spent 11 dazzling years hosting, roasting, slaying, and serving unforgettable moments at the festival. A passionate drag artist with a rich bass-baritone voice, she is known for her quick wit, effortless charm, bold energy, and larger-than-life stage presence.💅🏻👠🪩

Whether it’s laughter, playful banter, spontaneous comedy, or a touch of delicious shade, SeduQtress owns every moment and keeps audiences wanting more. Accompanied by co-host Anuj Talpade. ✨

📍 Liberty Cinema, Mumbai
📅 Wednesday, 3 June 2026
🕖 7:00 PM onwards

🎟️ Register now and join us for an unforgettable Opening Night - kpff.myinstamojo.com



Get ready to kick off the 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival with energy, charm, and entertainment as Anuj Talp...
02/06/2026

Get ready to kick off the 17th edition of KASHISH Pride Film Festival with energy, charm, and entertainment as Anuj Talpade takes the stage as our Opening Night Host! 🌟🌈🦋

After an accomplished 18-year career in media communications and public relations, Anuj followed his passion for performance and has since become a sought-after host and singing entertainer, captivating audiences across luxury weddings, corporate galas, media launches, game shows, and large-scale live events.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of q***r storytelling. Accompanied by co-host SeduQtress SoniQa ✨

📍 Liberty Cinema, Marine Lines
📅 Wednesday, 3 June 2026
🕖 7:00 PM onwards

🎟️ Register now and be part of the celebration — kpff.myinstamojo.com

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KASHISH 2026 presents 𝙌𝙪𝙚𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 🌈✨🎬Unexpected encounters, awkward desires, identity crises, and curious adventures c...
01/06/2026

KASHISH 2026 presents 𝙌𝙪𝙚𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 🌈✨🎬

Unexpected encounters, awkward desires, identity crises, and curious adventures come together in this playful and thought-provoking collection of q***r short films.

🎬 A THING ABOUT KASHEM
Dir: Bijon Imtiaz

🎬 PLEASE BE NORMAL
Dir: Eoghan McQuinn

🎬 STALLION AND A CRYSTAL BALL
(Stallion Y La Bola De Cristal)
Dir: Christian Avilés

🎬 WYD?
Dir: Max Kutschenreuter

🎬 AUTOMAGIC
Dir: Ashok Vish

From dating app dilemmas and midlife awakenings to surreal fantasies and unexpected attractions, these films explore the wonderfully messy, funny, and unpredictable ways we navigate desire, identity, and connection.

📍 Screening: Saturday, June 6 | 11.45 AM | NGMA

🎟 Register now: kpff.myinstamojo.com

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KASHISH 2026 presents 𝙁𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙒𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 🌈🎬Family is not always defined by tradition—it is built through love, acceptanc...
01/06/2026

KASHISH 2026 presents 𝙁𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙒𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 🌈🎬

Family is not always defined by tradition—it is built through love, acceptance, resilience, and the courage to stand by one another. This moving programme explores the evolving meanings of family within q***r lives and communities.

🎬 UNDER THE SAME MOON
Dir: Abhinav Sharma

🎬 I HAVE TWO DAUGHTERS (Meri Do Betiyan Hain)
Dir: Aashish Kumar

🎬 BECAUSE I COULDN’T STOP FOR DEATH
Dirs: Anas Arif, Mohammad Hammad, Mohammed Ayan Sayed, Sakshi Salil Chavan, Shaqib Chowdhury, Shefali Khan, Zaeem Ahmed Khan

From parents embracing their q***r children and families redefining societal norms to stories of friendship, perseverance, and chosen kinship, these films celebrate the bonds that sustain us through life’s challenges.

📍 Screening: Thursday, June 4 | 1.45 PM | NGMA

🎟 Register now: kpff.myinstamojo.com

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KASHISH 2026 presents 𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙨 & 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 🌈🎬Love, loss, longing, and self-discovery intertwine in this evocative colle...
01/06/2026

KASHISH 2026 presents 𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙨 & 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 🌈🎬

Love, loss, longing, and self-discovery intertwine in this evocative collection of short films that explore the emotions we carry, the connections we cherish, and the journeys that shape us.

🎬 NO AIR (Sufoco)
Dir: Victor Vinícius

🎬 LAST DAY OF US (우리들의 마지막 날)
Dir: Shiao-ya Maggie Huang

🎬 WHAT THE SKY FORGOT (Khawab Ho Tum Ya Koi Kabootar)
Dirs: Aksh*t, Amrita

🎬 I AM NOT HER LOVER (তুমি তো তেমন প্রেমিক নও)
Dir: Debarati Gupta

From navigating heartbreak and revisiting memories to finding closure and understanding the complexities of love and identity, these films offer intimate glimpses into the moments that transform us.

📍 Screening: Thursday, June 4 | 11.45 AM | NGMA

🎟 Register now: kpff.myinstamojo.com

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