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Mohan G Sparks Outrage: Claims NGOs Fund LGBTQ+ Themes to 'Erode' Indian Tradition
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News18•26-09-2026, 13:40
Mohan G Sparks Outrage: Claims NGOs Fund LGBTQ+ Themes to 'Erode' Indian Tradition
- •Filmmaker Mohan G Kshatriyan ignited an online controversy by alleging NGOs fund LGBTQ+ representation in Tamil cinema to influence youth and erode Indian traditions.
- •Mohan G, known for films like Draupathi and Bakasuran, stated on X that supporting LGBTQ+ themes is not a revolution but a funded effort to target India after 'spoiling North America'.
- •His comments drew swift backlash from social media users, who labeled him 'regressive', 'homophobic', and questioned his understanding of culture and Indian history.
- •Critics pointed out that LGBTQ+ identities have historically been part of Indian culture, citing examples like Shikandi in the Mahabharata.
- •The controversy adds to the ongoing discussion surrounding LGBTQ+ representation in Tamil cinema, particularly in light of Karthik Subbaraj's film Dorthy, which also features LGBTQ+ themes.
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Filmmaker Mohan G claimed on social media that the growing support and representation of LGBTQ+ themes in Tamil cinema is being funded by various NGOs to influence young people and erode traditional Indian culture and values.
Mohan G faced heavy backlash online, with users accusing him of being regressive and homophobic. Critics pointed out that LGBTQ+ identities have historical roots in India, referencing examples like Shikhandi from the Mahabharata.
Mohan G's comments came amid ongoing discussions surrounding Karthick Subbaraj's film Dorothy, which features Keerthy Suresh, Sananth, and Rishikanth and has drawn attention for its depiction of LGBTQ+ themes.
