Ivanka Das

Indian cinema historically stereotyped LGBTQIA+ characters, but recent years have seen a transformation. Films like 'Fire' and 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' marked milestones. Trans women like Mairembam Ronaldo Singh in 'Paatal Lok' and activists like Gazal Dhaliwal and Living Smile Vidya are reshaping narratives, promoting inclusivity and authentic representation.

ivanka das shares her journey after sex change surgery in 2019. The actress has been stereotyped into transwoman roles in films, TV and web shows.

Actress ivanka das, who turns a year older, reveals that birthdays have never been big celebrations for her. This year, she plans to keep her birthday low-key like the past 25 years. Although she loves birthday surprises, this year is different. She reflects on her childhood and the joy of birthday parties. Ivanka discusses the Bengali tradition of Chhappan Bhog and the sentimental value it holds for her. She dreams of celebrating her birthday on a cruise with her boyfriend and hopes for recognition as a talented actress.

Known to be part of projects like 'Bombay Begums', 'Haddi', actor and choreographer ivanka das has called Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher-starrer 'Ghoomer'-the turning point of her career, and feels grateful to have great screen time in it.

ivanka das expresses frustration over not getting the roles and opportunities she deserves based on her talent. Despite having to manage her home and expenses, she tries to choose work that suits her and helps her grow. She criticizes the industry for characterizing actors and limiting their roles. She questions the casting process and the preference given to certain actors. Ivanka also struggles with handling her emotions and hopes to achieve the recognition she deserves.

Actress and choreographer ivanka das, who has been part of projects like 'Bombay Begums', 'Haddi', 'Ghoomer' shared how being a trans actor, she often gets limited roles, adding that this should not be the case, and equal opportunities must be given.

In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, ivanka das spoke candidly about her experience working with Abhishek Bachchan, R Balki, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Anurag Kashyap, her growing up years, facing stereotypes and discrimination on the film sets.

Abhishek Bachchan and R Balki will be shooting the next schedule of their sports drama ‘Ghoomer’ in Dharamshala. Balki is at present in Dharamshala for the recce of the film and will shoot the remaining portion of the film in April this year.

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who is seen playing the character of Pramod Ahlawat in the crime drama 'Haddi', has opened up on his collaboration with actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the movie.

'Ghoomer' as a unique cricket movie, filmmaker R Balki says his next directorial venture is his way of giving back to the sport.

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi on Wednesday said she has completed the shoot of her upcoming movie 'Ghoomer', starring Abhishek Bachchan. Directed and produced by R Balki, the film is inspired by the achievement of Karoly Takacs, a Hungarian right hand shooter who won two Olympic Gold medals with his left hand after his right hand was seriously injured.