Patruni Sastry on Drag, Devotion & the Stranimal Truth Beneath the Makeup | The Mohua Show

This episode of The Mohua Show is a vibrant reclamation of identity and tradition.Drag artist and expressionist Patruni Chidananda Sastry dismantles Western imports to reveal the deep, ancient Indian roots of drag—from spiritual rituals to folk theatre—arguing that this art of gender expression was born here, stylised abroad, and is now coming home.A conversation about the masks we wear to tell the truth, and the stages—from temples to railway platforms—where transformation becomes revelation.What this episode is REALLY aboutNot a trend.Not just performance.Not a Western import.It’s about:Expression as gender: orange hair, cruel masks, and the deliberate confusion of the “stranimal”Redefining drag: Dressing Resembling A Gender is an ancient, pan-Indian skeletonThe sacred vs. the sensual: From ritualistic Theyyam to the erotic LaundanachA bold reclaiming: “Drag is something which was stolen from India”Beyond the “Western import” label: Seeing drag as integration, not just outer spectacleThe LGBTQ+ tag: How it raises eyes and alters perceptionDrag as public service: An HIV consultation at a railway stationCalling out appropriation: The pain of cisgender actors in exaggerated trans rolesIf you’ve ever wondered where tradition ends and queer expression begins, this episode blurs the line.Support the Podcast  If this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it today.  Subscribe for more voices that rewrite the rules with truth, heart, and courage.Music Credits : https://pixabay.com/music/ambient-butterfly-113600/✅ Subscribe To Our Channel: /themohuashow  Stay updated!🔔Follow Us OnThe Mohua Show►Website: www.themohuashow.com►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow  ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/themohuashow  Connect with the Host: Mohua Chinappa► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohua_chinappa/► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/►For any queries, EMAIL: [email protected] ©2025 The Mohua Show. All Rights ReservedDisclaimer: The views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any opinions expressed by our guests on our Show and its associated platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.