Download the all-new Republic app:

Published 10:24 IST, October 14th 2019

Sheer Qorma poster out: Swara and Divya pay an ode to love in the film

After Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga, Sheer Qorma is added to the list of movies which features the struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community. Check all the details.

Reported by: Tarun Nair
Follow: Google News Icon
  • share
null | Image: self
Advertisement

After missing from the big screen for a brief period, actor Swara Bhasker is now gearing up for her next drama, Sheer Qorma. Helmed by Faraz Ansari, the movie also stars Divya Dutta in a lead role. The makers of Sheer Qorma desire to put forth the story of acceptance of two queer women who break the stereotypes and redefine the norms. Sheer Qorma also stars Hindi cinema veteran, Shabana Azmi in a prominent role. Here are all the details about the much-anticipated movie.

Also Read | Swara Bhasker Loses Shoes At Ganpati Darshan In Mumbai, Shares Video

Advertisement

Sheer Qorma’s first poster out

Recently, the makers of the movie unveiled the poster of Sheer Qorma after much anticipation. The poster features Swara Bhasker and Divya Dutta embracing each other. Sheer Qorma chronicles the heart-warming love story of two traditional Muslim women. While Swara Bhaskar and Divya Dutta play lovers in the film, Shabana Azmi will be seen essaying the character of Divya’s mother in Sheer Qorma. Produced by Marijke De Souza, romantic drama marks the third film of Bollywood which showcases the love story of two women.

Also Read | Swara Bhasker Recycle's Grandmother's Sari Into A Dress

Advertisement

Bollywood’s LGBTQIA+ films

From Fire to Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga, many Bollywood films have been released which features the struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community. Movies like My Brother...Nikhil, Kapoor & Sons and Dostana have managed to strike a chord with the audience, as it ridicules the social norms. Many releases are lined up in the coming year too which deals with the topic of homosexuality. Adding to the list, Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is also based on the love story of two men. The movie also stars actor Jitendra Kumar in a prominent role.

Also Read | Divya Dutta Thought It Was 'Blasphemous' To Play Supporting Role In 'Veer Zaara'

Advertisement

Also Read | Swara Bhasker Up-cycles Her Late Nani's Saree Into A Suit For An Event

07:47 IST, October 14th 2019