New Delhi: Actor Kangana Ranaut has argued in favour of same-sex marriage, saying that when two individuals are "hearts are one," their preferences are irrelevant. Kangana was questioned about it after the Supreme Court heard arguments in favour of legalising same-sex marriage in India.
"Jo shaadi hoti hai, woh dil ke rishte hote hai, ye sab hi jante hai. Jab logo ke dil mil gaye hai, baaki kuch logo ki jo preference hai, usme hum kya bol sakte hai (Marriage is a matter of the heart. Everyone knows it. When hearts have met, what can we say about people's preferences)?," Kangana said.
A number of Bollywood celebrities are joining the growing chorus of supporters for this historic hearing.
Onir, a filmmaker who has frequently spoken out in support of the Lgbtq+ community, also shared his thoughts.
“Good morning beautiful people. Today at 1 pm the Supreme Court of India starts its deliberation on same-sex marriage. An important day in our lives &struggle for equal rights. Be with us to create a more beautiful inclusive world #EqualityIsNonNegotiable,” he wrote.
In support, actress Celina Jaitely uploaded a touching video and stated, “I stand with the Indian #LGBTQ in their battle for the right to life to dignity, to the institution of marriage & family which is available to others Today a 5 judge Constitution Bench hears pleas seeking legal recognition for same-sex marriage.”
On Twitter, filmmakers Hansal Mehta and Vivek Agnihotri argued for the idea.
Apurva Asrani, a member of the LGBTQ community, also shared his opinions.
All eyes are on the ongoing hearing on the validation of same-sex marriage which is pending before the Supreme Court.