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Coming Out in 1980s India
- Pawan Dhall feared having to marry a woman, leading him to come out as gay to his parents at 17.
- While his mother was understanding, his father urged him to prioritize his studies.
Legal and Social Context
- Homosexuality was criminalized in India, and repressive laws restricted men from meeting.
- The media, especially English media, began to cover homosexuality more openly.
Finding Community
- Pawan Dhall initially found a group called Fun Club, but it focused mainly on social hangouts and finding sexual partners.
- He sought a space for deeper discussions about sexuality beyond just casual encounters.