Beyond Borders Podcast
Gender, Identity & Visibility: Akassh K Aggarwal on LGBTQ+ Lives & Bollywood’s Role
11 Jul 2025
In this bold and heartfelt episode of Beyond Borders, Aakriti Dhawan speaks with designer, healer, and outspoken LGBTQ+ voice Akassh K Aggarwal. From his experiences navigating gender and identity to calling out tokenism in Bollywood, Akassh shares what it really means to be seen—and unseen—in Indian society.🌈 Topics Covered:Growing up queer in a conservative environmentThe cost of silence and the power of voiceBollywood’s evolving (and flawed) role in LGBTQ+ representationHow design, healing, and spiritual practice helped reclaim identityWhy inclusion must move beyond performative gestures💬 “It’s not just about being invited to the table. It’s about being heard when you speak.” – Akassh🎧 Tune in for a conversation that’s deeply personal, unapologetically political, and full of truth.🔔 Follow for more📲 Follow us on Instagram: / beyond_borderspod
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