Being a Bisexual Woman in India ft. Saumyaa Vohra
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Being bisexual is often met with a whole lot of stereotypes, and there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding that topic, coming from both the heteronormative society and within the queer community. What are the unique challenges of coming out as a bisexual woman in India? What prejudices do bi people confront? And what is it like to navigate straight and queer spaces when you're bisexual? In this episode of Love Matters, Leeza Mangaldas talks to writer and editor Saumyaa Vohra about her personal experiences. From coming out to yourself and your family to differences in dating men and women, join their insightful and open conversation. They also delve deep into the story of Saumyaa Vohra's book "One Night Only" – one of the few Indian novels to feature a bisexual protagonist. Find out how she came up with the idea and why she portrayed her character deliberately flawed and "the least likeable." Tune in now! Leeza Mangaldas’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leezamangaldas/ Saumyaa Vohra's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saumyaavohra/ Credits: Produced by: Patricia Szilagyi (DW), Charulata Biswas (IE) Research & Guest acquisition: Sana Rizvi (DW) Project Manager: Patricia Szilagyi (DW) Editorial Support: Shashank Bhargava (IE), Khyati Rajvanshi (IE) Executive Producer: Melanie von Marschalck (DW Life & Style), Anant Nath Sharma (IE) Sound Editor: Suresh Pawar (IE) Love Matters with Leeza Mangaldas is a cooperation between The Indian Express and DW, Germany’s international broadcaster. Learn more about DW:https://www.facebook.com/dwasia https://www.dw.com/
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