Mango Souffle

India, 2002. 90 mins. Water Bearer

Mango Soufflé is the first openly gay male film from India and is an eye-opening exploration of gay sexuality and relationships in a culture that is far from accepting. This heartfelt drama begins when gay fashion designer Kamlesh, reeling from a recently ended relationship, invites a group of friends (of all sorts) for dinner for a special announcement. The situation reaches a boiling point when Kamlesh’s sister arrives with her new fiancé, a man with an explosive secret. From there the action whips into a frenzy as sexual tensions build and skeletons fly out of the closet.

Director: Atul Kulkarni