Ayushmann Khuranna’s Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan which is a rom-com based on a homosexual love story had one of the biggest openings this Friday.
The movie did gather support from various celebrities all over the world and gay rights activist Peter Tatchell took to social media to share his support for the movie.
India: A new #Bollywood rom-com featuring a gay romance is hoping to win over older people, following the decriminalisation of homosexuality. Hurrah! https://t.co/U6qO9PucV3 @TheQueerAsia @beinglgbti @cadrsunilgupta @NazProjectLdn
— Peter Tatchell (@PeterTatchell) February 20, 2020
Quoting the tweet, US President tweeted: “Great!”.
Great! https://t.co/eDf8ltInmH
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 21, 2020
Helmed by Hitesh Kewalya, the film tells the story of two men, Kartik and Aman, who struggle to convince their respective families about their relationship. The film has a powerful cast of Gajraj Rao, Neena Gupta and Manu Rishi.