Kangana Ranaut, Onir And Other B’Wood Celebs Who Supported Same-Sex Marriage

New Delhi: Actor Kangana Ranaut has argued in favor of same-sex marriage, saying that when two individuals are “hearts are one,” their preferences are irrelevant. Kangana was questioned about it after the Supreme Court heard arguments in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage in India.

“Jo shaadi hoti hai, woh dil ke rishte hote hai, ye sab hi jante hai. Jab logo ke dil mil gaye hai, baaki kuch logo ki jo preference hai, usme hum kya bol sakte hai ( Marriage is a matter of the heart. Everyone knows it. When hearts have met, what can we say about people’s preferences)?,” Kangana said.

A number of Bollywood celebrities are joining the growing chorus of supporters for this historic hearing.

Onir, a filmmaker who has frequently spoken out in support of the LGBTQ+ community, also shared his thoughts.

“Good morning beautiful people. Today at 1 pm the Supreme Court of India starts its deliberations on same-sex marriage. An important day in our lives & struggle for equal rights. Be with us to create a more beautiful inclusive world #EqualityIsNonNegotiable,” he wrote.

Good morning beautiful people. Today at 1pm the Supreme Court of India starts its deliberation on same sex marriage. An important day for our lives &struggle for equal rights.Be with us to create a more beautiful inclusive world.#EqualityIsNonNegotiablehttps://t.co/fZvU9QKnT6

— iamOnir (@IamOnir) April 18, 2023

In support, actress Celina Jaitely uploaded a touching video and stated, “I stand with the Indian #LGBTQ in their battle for the right to life to dignity, to the institution of marriage & family which is available to others Today a 5 judge Constitution Bench hears please seeking legal recognition for same-sex marriage.

I stand with the Indian #LGBTQ in their battle for right to life to dignity, to the institution of marriage & family which is available to others Today a 5 judge Constitution Bench hears pleas seeking legal recognition for same-sex marriage@free_equal , https://t.co/3g2zcfkOEQ pic.twitter.com/GY4W8dYMvG

— Celina Jaitly (@CelinaJaitly) April 18, 2023

On Twitter, filmmakers Hansal Mehta and Vivek Agnihotri argued for the idea.

Come on Supreme Court! To install Pave the path. Legalize same-sex marriages.#AbKiBaarPyaar pic.twitter.com/Xk4ADBH3UF

— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) April 18, 2023

NO. Same sex marriage is not an ‘urban elitist’ concept. It’s a human need. Maybe some sarkari elites drafted it who have never traveled in small towns & villages. Or Mumbai locals.

First, same sex marriage is not a concept. It’s a need. It’s a right.
And in a progressive,… https://t.co/M4S3o5InXI

— Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) April 18, 2023

Apurva Asrani, a member of the LGBTQ community, also shared her opinion.

Not yet. They haven’t thrown us back into the deep sea yet. Case is still being argued & govt will return on Wednesday wth ‘thinking’ done. But kinda disappointed with CJI’s comments placing faith in govt to give us our rights. Why does this feel like a U turn? #marriageequality https://t.co/D9HsYA0jb9

— Apurva (@Apurvasrani) April 27, 2023

All eyes are on the ongoing hearing on the validation of same-sex marriage which is pending before the Supreme Court.