Every June, the world blooms a little brighter — not just in colour, but in courage. Across India, from sun-dappled coasts to bustling city squares, Pride Month is not merely a celebration; it’s a reminder. A reminder that love, in all its forms, deserves to be seen, heard, and cherished.

But beyond the rainbow flags and joyous marches lies something even deeper: the quiet power of belonging. For someone taking their first tentative steps out of the closet, or an ally eager to listen and learn, these gatherings are more than events — they are lifelines. They are where stories are shared, hands are held, and futures are rewritten, one hug, one song, one march at a time.

This June, whether you’re part of the LGBTQIA community or a steadfast ally, here’s your invitation to be part of something bigger. From film festivals to art exhibitions, Pride in India is calling — not just to celebrate, but to connect, to heal, and to build a future that holds space for everyone.

Here are seven events where you can find that spark — and maybe, in the most unexpected of moments, find yourself.

1. Step into stories that reflect and inspire

KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival

At the heart of Mumbai’s culture scene, KASHISH is more than a film festival — it’s a sanctuary for stories. Here, films become mirrors and windows: mirrors reflecting the community’s lived realities, windows opening to worlds of courage, hope, and pride.

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The 16th edition will feature over 130 films from 45 countries, with workshops, panel discussions, and rare moments to meet the filmmakers who are reshaping what queer narratives look like. Opening with Daniel Craig’s Queer and closing with Elliot Page’s Close to You, KASHISH 2025 promises stories that stay with you long after the credits roll.

• Where: Cinepolis, Andheri West & Alliance Française, Marine Lines, Mumbai
• When: 4 to 8 June 2025
• More Details: Click here

2. Find a community that feels like home

A month-long lineup of events by New Delhi LGBTQIA Centre

In a world that too often asks queer individuals to shrink or stay silent, the New Delhi LGBTQIA Centre, powered by the Naz Foundation, offers something simple yet radical — a space to just exist, exactly as you are. This June, as Pride Month colours the capital with hope and........

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