* FEATURE : Editors relaunch Indias first gay magazine May 17, 2009
Former Miss India turned Bollywood actress Celina Jaitley, one of Indias most outspoken campaigners for gay rights, received hate mail for supporting the relaunch of Bombay Dost. The 27-year-old said she was saddened by the reaction but is undeterred, hoping that publications such as Bombay Dost would help break down barriers. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
India's 1st gay magazine relaunches after 7 years May 17, 2009
It was basically still contraband," Karani explained. The now half-yearly "Bombay Dost" is still available via mail order or from gay-friendly NGOs but is also sold in a number of large bookstore chains. Karani said his parents and colleagues in his day job at a large financial services firm know he is gay and are supportive. Being gay is now more acceptable in certain jobs such as journalism, at call centres or in the entertainment or fashion industries and younger people are more accepting, he... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Feroz called me 'Celine, baby'! Apr 29, 2009
Celina Jaitley, who debuted in Bollywood with Feroz Khans Janasheen, remembers the larger-than-life star ... Celina Jaitley, who debuted in Bollywood with Feroz Khans Janasheen, remembers the larger-than-life star. (India Times, India)
What's Bollywood POA for Holi? Mar 10, 2009
How's Bollywood celebrating Holi. -Bollywood-Entertainment-The Times of India. (India Times, India)
