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Drag Artists Vs Crossdressers Vs Transgender People : Not As Similar As One Might Think!

So much terminology exists nowadays that many people are not sure how to identify themselves when asked or approached to discuss the lifestyle of someone who comes under the trans umbrella. Read this blog to understand more about how and why these are different from each other.

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What Don Jon Teaches Us About Sex And Relationships

Don Jon delves into the nuances of porn addiction, its association with masculinity and our modern day thinking around sex. Even though it is nearly a decade old, the film provides some useful advice when it comes to its subject matter, and even with its comedy, it packs in an emotional punch. Here’s a look into it.

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The Stonewall Riots And The History Of Pride

The Pride Month has come to an end, but the zeal for LGBTQIA+ Pride will never stop to flourish. Here’s the history of Pride Month.
Pride Month honors the successes of LGBTQ people as well as the decades-long fight for equal justice under the law and for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community. But why is June designated as Pride Month? Here’s a look into it.

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Media Representation Of Sex: More Than Just The Fantasies

Media Representation Of Sex: More Than Just The Fantasies Cinema is said to be the mirrors of society. Movies and TV shows raise the bar for expectations for experiences in life, and sex is no exception. With Positive ones there are negative ones as well. Many TV shows and movies include aspects of sex that

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Representation Of Queer Identities On OTT Platforms

Representation Of Queer Identities On OTT Platforms Cinema is a reflection of society. With the ability to transcend physical space and time, it has proven to be a means of entertainment, learning, and escape. Hindi Cinema, also known as Bollywood, continues to be the world’s largest producer of films. The new online space, OTT (Over

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Why Are Teenage LGBTQIA+ Relationships In The Media Toxic?

Why Are Teenage LGBTQIA+ Relationships In The Media Toxic? With the show Sex Education trending on Netflix the moment it airs, teenage relationships have been brought into the limelight. While topics which previously considered taboo are now being discussed openly, we are still falling behind in one particular aspect: how are LGBT people depicted in

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