Rani Ko-He-Nur: The Mumbai Drag Queen Breaking Barriers and Making Waves

Sushant Divgikr is not just any performer but a trailblazer breaking the boundaries of gender and sexuality through their art. Known for their drag persona, Rani Ko-He-Nur, this trans artist is making waves in India and worldwide.

Sushant's journey has been remarkable, being listed in the Forbes Top 100 Digital Stars 2022 and featured on a billboard at Times Square in New York City. But it's not just their accolades that make them stand out. Sushant Divgikr has mainstreamed drag on Indian television, bringing lesser-known performance art to the forefront of the entertainment industry.

Through their work, Sushant Divgikr has emerged as a powerful icon for the LGBTQIA+ community, inspiring others to embrace their authentic selves and break free from societal norms. In this article, let's delve deeper into the life and work of this phenomenal artist and see how they are making an impact in the world of drag and beyond.

From Proud Alumni to chief guest!

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Sushant Divgikr, known for their drag persona Rani Ko-He-Nur, shared a picture on Instagram of a surreal moment where they were the chief guest at the University of Mumbai to hand out master's degrees to mental health champions of tomorrow. Sushant, a proud alumnus of the Department of Applied Psychology and a certified Industrial Psychologist, expressed how emotional they were to see so many young, talented minds waiting to go into the world and contribute to the improvement and betterment of marginalized communities as well as mental health for all regardless of age, sex, gender, orientation, religion, caste, etc.

Making an impact!

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Sushant Divgikr's recent post on Instagram is an inspiring example of one person's impact on others' lives. They announced they would fund the total fees and travel expenses of up to three trans individuals who had to leave their master's program in psychology at the University of Mumbai due to financial or other issues.

In addition to covering tuition and travel, Sushant had also offered to pay for books and research materials for the full-time course in the Department of Applied Psychology. This generous act proves Sushant's commitment to equity and equality in education, particularly for marginalized communities.

Creating history one day at a time!

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Sushant Divgikr achieved another milestone in their illustrious career as a drag performer. The Mumbai-based artist has made history by becoming the first Indian drag queen to be invited to RuPaul's DragCon for the third consecutive year, representing India globally.

Sushant expressed excitement and gratitude on their Instagram handle, thanking their fans for their constant support.

Throwback to another iconic milestone!

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In an Instagram post, Sushant Divgikr shared a throwback moment from one of the most iconic moments in their career. Sushant was the first Indian drag artist to appear on the international show 'Queen of the Universe' season 1, broadcast worldwide on Paramount+. Cheers to Sushant's creativity, individuality, and the fact that they are highlighting the importance of representing Indian drag on a global platform!

From Global Representation to Dignitary Encounters!

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Recently, Sushant was invited by the US Consulate General Mumbai and the US Embassy in India to participate in a panel discussion. The topic of the discussion was centered around how artists and creators can drive change and the impact of social media on society. Seeing Sushant being recognized by dignitaries for their valuable contributions to art and entertainment is an honour.

From mainstreaming drag on Indian television to representing India on global platforms, Sushant's creativity and individuality inspire countless others to break free from societal norms and embrace their true selves. Here's to Sushant for breaking barriers!