Jim Sarbh

Personal context

Summary

Jim Sarbh is an Indian actor and theatre director known for films including Neerja, Padmaavat and Gangubai Kathiawadi, and the series Rocket Boys and Made in Heaven. His work ranges from historical dramas and thrillers to stories involving contemporary social themes. In interviews, he has described himself as a Bollywood “flag bearer” for the LGBTQ community and said he supports films that help audiences understand LGBTQ issues; he has also defined feminism as equal treatment and opportunity for men and women. At a public event, he urged people to stand against divisive politics, Islamophobia, unconstitutional acts and state-sponsored violence. No public party affiliation or campaign donations are on record.