Let's Understand Queerness

Why do some people in India react with discomfort or even disgust to the LGBTQIA+ community? Why do we see a range of responses, from acceptance to denial, when it comes to understanding queerness? In this video essay, we venture into these questions, trying to decipher the complex layers of culture, psychology, and history that shape our reactions.

We dive into topics from our religious texts to the biological basis of our emotions, explore the societal norms around gender roles, and even look into the fascinating connection between creativity and queer identities. This exploration is not just informative but deeply personal. Please note, the video discusses some sensitive topics, and hence, viewer discretion is advised. Join us on this enlightening journey and contribute to this important conversation.

00:00 - 00:53 Navras
00:54 - 02:03 Disgust
02:04 - 04:22 Fear vs Disgust
04:22 - 06:15 Homophobia isn't real
06:16 - 08:40 Psychology of Gender
08:41 - 11:38 Chitrangada
11:39 - 13:31 Gender vs Population
13:32 - 16:03 Threat vs Tightness in Society
16:04 - 17:01 Dampatya
17:02 - 17:50 Theory I of Queerness
17:51 - 19:03 Theory II of Queerness
19:04 - 20:06 Theory III of Queerness
20:07 - 20:46 Masculine vs Feminine energies
20:47 - 21:51 Creativity and Art
21:52 - 22:20 Alan Turing
22:21 - 23:04 Rituparno Ghosh
23:05 - 23:55 Dutee Chand
23:56 - 25:03 Disgust stains strong
25:04 - 26:50 Rishi Bhringi turns to bones
26:51 - 29:03 Iravan and Krishna
29:04 - 31:05 Slippery Slope and Consent
31:06 - 31:52 Disgust is part of us
31:53 - 34:17 Dear Aarvey
34:18 - 35:20 Conclusion

[AbhiandNiyu]

What a beautiful video! The music, the AI images, the research - very much on point. It is not easy to deal with such complex topics that are going to offend someone or the other. I hope you continue making more of such videos in the future. Kudos to you!

[ashamandal]

This video should be played in the supreme court so that they understand the actual reality and broad meaning of it rather than discussing the same thing and argument for thousand time..this is gold....

[aurinuddin]

in this era of westernization this channel reminds me every time how rich our cultural history is. I knew the term navraas but never understood what it meant. we need more frequent contents from you love from bangladesh

[hkb]

I am a queer woman from Faridabad. I never knew this. I wish I knew him and could have provided support. Let him know he wasn't alone. Arvi, I hope I'll be your elder sister in next life

[akmukherjee]

Only problem: couldn't show such a beautifully created video to my elders, they can't understand English just by listening....

[IshantMali-gx]

My man went from EMOTIONS to various genders smoothly while presenting our Sanatan dharm was just so beautiful.

[অসীমশক্তিরআদানপ্রদান]

One of the best independent research paper ever I seen. And your calm soothing voice feels me relax.😌
And the last story makes me cry. I aslo bullied in school so I can relate.
And the integration of Rabindranath's stroy and his thought process makes the video more bengali touch.
You are a great research artist.❤️

[airheadgirl]

Arvey was from my school, its been almost a year since and this is the first time he's been portrayed in a good way, thank you for that.

[Brit]

Wow what an interesting and informative video, a total eye openar for many. Though I spent upto my teen years in India but I guess I was lucky to have born & brought up in a part of India which never had any problem with me being a gay kid be it at home or school or amongst my friends who were mostly straight but I guess there are places like Faridabad in India too and that makes me extremely sad. Please dub this someone in hindi and all other regional languages so that this can reach the people who need the most. Thanks for helping so many Indians feel okay with themselves. Someday I want to help my people too in India. Thanks once again. 🙏

[muskandhadiwal]

No one in the yt community can come even close to what and how beautifully you do this. Your videos art ART and nothing less.

[akibaabida]

Saddest thing is, the people who need to watch this video, they won't watch it. They will skip. But they won't know how this video is not just about queerness, or psychology but so so much more. India in pixels by Ashis is one of my most favourite yt channel. I hope you grow more.

[Divya_Purushothaman]

As a queer Tamil person, this video was just as info, national to me as anyone else!

[trishajha]

I literally cried over the letter you sent to Arvy
Hope all the Arvy received your letter and feel proud of themselves

[AnishDebnath]

The drastic difference between the comments on Yt and insta is vivid. I found many negative comments on the insta video, but the YT audience is matured enough. Kudos to you ❤❤

[Sseth]

Thanks
I really love your videos, i wish more people could listen to you, but I'm sure your hardwork and the way you explore topics would definitely blow up someday, keep up the good work!!!

PS, please do more videos 🙈

[abhyzhek]

Never have I ever imagined that such a comprehensive, thought-provoking, and understandable video could exist on this topic. This channel alone has the potential to educate Indians in the best way possible.

[sharad]

Thank you for discussing this complex subject with such nuance and empathy. I appreciated how you weaved in the rich tapestry of culture and the human condition.

[valscottage]

Crying my eyes out right now. I am pansexual and when I came out to my mother two years ago, we had a massive argument and since then we both pretend that the conversation never happened. I try so hard to educate people about queerness but some people just.. do not want to listen to anything they don't already agree with. I am so glad you made this video. This is so well researched. It's sad that the people who actually need to watch this video will probably never watch it. They will scroll past it. But I hope and pray that someday that changes and people can live in more harmony and acknowledge and accept their differences.

[Sayantika_Sarkar]

It's incredible to see how ancient wisdom and philosophy can still resonate with modern understanding.This revelation challenges common misconceptions and helps break down barriers and stereotypes surrounding gender and identity. It's empowering to know that such ideas have roots in Indian culture and that they continue to evolve over time.

Thank you for sharing this thought-provoking and informative video. It's an important reminder that acceptance and respect for the diverse expressions of gender and sexuality are not only modern concepts but have been contemplated and appreciated throughout history. Let's continue to celebrate and embrace the beautiful spectrum of human identity ❤️✨

[pepipepi]

how did this man find a cure to queerphobia and explain it in one single video