Portrayal of LGBTQ+ Characters in Indian Cinema

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters in Indian cinema. It covers various aspects such as the representation of different sexual orientations and gender identities, the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ characters, and the impact of these portrayals on society.
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Which of the following films is considered to be a landmark in the portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters in Indian cinema?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Margarita with a Straw

  4. Aligarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fire (1996), directed by Deepa Mehta, is widely regarded as a groundbreaking film for its portrayal of a lesbian relationship between two married women.

Which actor played the role of a transgender woman in the film 'Aligarh'?

  1. Manoj Bajpayee

  2. Rajkummar Rao

  3. Pankaj Tripathi

  4. Neena Gupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manoj Bajpayee delivered a powerful performance as a gay professor facing discrimination in 'Aligarh' (2015).

Which film explores the theme of a gay love story between two men?

  1. Kapoor & Sons

  2. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  3. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  4. Badhaai Do


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan (2020) is a romantic comedy that follows the journey of a gay couple and their families.

What is the name of the character played by Kalki Koechlin in the film 'Margarita with a Straw'?

  1. Laila

  2. Khanum

  3. Tara

  4. Salima


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalki Koechlin portrayed the character of Laila, a young woman with cerebral palsy who falls in love with a blind musician.

Which film features a transgender character who is a sex worker?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Fashion

  3. Gulaab Gang

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lipstick Under My Burkha (2016) includes a transgender character named Babli, played by Vaani Sharma, who is a sex worker.

Who directed the film 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga'?

  1. Shashank Khaitan

  2. Karan Johar

  3. Gauri Shinde

  4. Shakun Batra


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Shelly Chopra Dhar directed the film 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' (2019), which explores a lesbian love story.

Which film features a gay couple who adopt a child?

  1. Badhaai Do

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Badhaai Do (2022) revolves around a lesbian couple, played by Bhumi Pednekar and Chum Darang, who decide to adopt a child.

What is the name of the character played by Ayushmann Khurrana in the film 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan'?

  1. Kartik Singh

  2. Aman Tripathi

  3. Chaman Kohli

  4. Sahil Malhotra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ayushmann Khurrana essayed the role of Kartik Singh, a gay man who falls in love with Aman Tripathi, played by Jitendra Kumar.

Which film explores the theme of a lesbian relationship between two women from different social backgrounds?

  1. Fire

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fire (1996) delves into the complex relationship between Radha (Shabana Azmi) and Sita (Nandita Das), two women from different social backgrounds who find love and solace in each other.

What is the name of the character played by Rajkummar Rao in the film 'Aligarh'?

  1. Aman Tripathi

  2. Kartik Singh

  3. Sridhar Tiwari

  4. Deepak Kumar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rajkummar Rao portrayed the character of Sridhar Tiwari, a gay professor who faces discrimination and harassment from his colleagues and society.

Which film features a gay character who is a closeted police officer?

  1. Badhaai Do

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Aligarh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aligarh (2015) revolves around the life of Sridhar Tiwari, a gay professor who is forced to confront his sexuality when his relationship with a rickshaw puller is exposed.

What is the name of the character played by Bhumi Pednekar in the film 'Badhaai Do'?

  1. Salima

  2. Tara

  3. Laila

  4. Suman Singh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhumi Pednekar played the role of Suman Singh, a lesbian woman who enters into a lavender marriage with Shardul Thakur, played by Rajkummar Rao.

Which film features a transgender character who is a dancer?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Fashion

  3. Gulaab Gang

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fashion (2008) includes a transgender character named Meghna Mathur, played by Mugdha Godse, who is a successful model.

Who directed the film 'Margarita with a Straw'?

  1. Shashank Khaitan

  2. Karan Johar

  3. Gauri Shinde

  4. Shakun Batra


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Shonali Bose directed the film 'Margarita with a Straw' (2014), which follows the journey of a young woman with cerebral palsy who explores her sexuality and relationships.

Which film features a lesbian couple who face societal pressure and discrimination?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Margarita with a Straw

  4. Aligarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fire (1996) portrays the struggles and challenges faced by Radha and Sita, a lesbian couple, as they navigate societal norms and prejudices.

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