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Gay Indian Couple Holds A Traditional Wedding Ceremony In A Hindu Temple, And Their Photos Go Viral
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Gay Indian Couple Holds A Traditional Wedding Ceremony In A Hindu Temple, And Their Photos Go Viral

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Love knows no boundaries. That’s what Amit Shah and Aditya Madiraju proved when they got married during a traditional, religious Hindu ceremony, in a temple in New Jersey.

The Indian couple’s impressive and stylish yet traditional wedding was immortalized by professional photographer Charmi Peña. Her wedding photos from the event were such a success, and they immediately went viral. Which is why the entire internet is busy talking about Amit and Aditya’s union.

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Image credits: Charmi Pena Photography

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Photographer Charmi talked to Bored Panda about the fantastic Indian wedding, as well as a bit about herself: “I knew I was documenting something big for the Indian community. And my gut feeling has been borne out in the tons of messages from LGBTQ people who have said that the images give them hope.”

“I’m excited, of course, but mostly happy that people are seeing them,” Charmi elaborated about how she felt about her photos going viral. “Representation matters, and knowing how seeing themselves reflected is helping people, is so fulfilling for me.”

“I have a bit of a bad memory. But when I see photos, I remember everything: the smells, the sounds, the emotions. Photography lets me give that to others,” Charmi revealed to Bored Panda about her love of photography. She also said that she didn’t always know she’d wind up as a photographer. She’s Indian, just like Amit and Aditya: “I thought I was going to be a doctor!”

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Dance choreographer Amit, who is 32, and his husband Aditya, who is 31 and works in risk management, are both practicing Hindus. Indian traditions are very important to them. That’s why after dating for a few years, the cute couple filled out the paperwork for a civil union in New York City at the start of 2019, and then also decided to have a traditional ceremony in New Jersey on July 19. The pair wore striking kurtas by designer Anita Dongre during the actual wedding ceremony.

“We didn’t realize the impact a simple wedding at a temple would have on people around the world looking for hope,” Amit and Aditya wrote on Instagram. Aditya told Irish News that “Having a traditional wedding is something that wasn’t out of the ordinary for either of us as we come from pretty traditional and conservative backgrounds.”

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Meanwhile, Amit explained to Vogue India that the couple first met “three years ago in a small Lower East Side bar for a friends birthday. Since that night, we have been together.”

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In India, gay marriage hasn’t been recognized legally yet, with opinions on the issue varying from disapproving to favorable, depending on the area, community and temple in question.

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read041
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gay or Straight, Indians have some of the most beautiful weddings ever! Congrats to these two men. :)

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Foxxy
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG you can see the love in these photos. I wish them all the best for their future.

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kathryn stretton
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am hetero woman, been living in Turkey10 years. I have been told that there is no such thing as a gay Muslim, male or female. Ok. I know quite a few, not lots, but quite a few. It is very, very difficult for them to live in a relaxed and natural manner. Bus drivers, shopkeepers, cafe owners..the list goes on. All agree that 'gayness' is a European disease, and is a problem. We need posts like this to help perpetuate sexual freedom. It will take time. Generations. But, we will get there, eventually I suppose.

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Rhonda Herring
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have friends who are gay or lesbian and I think most would agree that our parents are the ones show the "wrong". I believe when sixty years old are gone people will see love is love no matter the lifestyle they will be better received. At least I hope so

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SummerDupahriya
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a human being, as a Hindu, as an Indian I feel so happy. May Shiv ji bless the lovely couple and help the homophobic get out of it. Om Namah Shivaaye 🙏🏽 🕉

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Danielle Renee
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

those two are gorgeous, that wedding looked amazing and i wish i would have been there!

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Unicornstar
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I AM HAPPY FOR YOU BOTH. You deserve every happiness and all the wonderful things life has to offer. Good luck to the pair of you. And CONGRATULATIONS.

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Abhinav Singh Panwar
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same sex marriages are not per se illegal in India, like you cannot be arrested for it but the law is not clear, same sex marriages are not recognised by the law but are not illegal either. Last year the supreme court of India decriminalised gay sex but did not say anything about marriages. Anyway, beautiful pictures and beautiful couple. I hope they are given the same recognition and rights as heterosexual marriages back home. Best wishes!

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Katerina Huskova
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's love that really matters. I wish them everlasting love a happiness.

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Rhonda Herring
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is what love looks like. U could see the pride they have in each other. In today's world we don't see enough of true love but it is out there. Just like these too. I wish them the very best and keep each other smiling!!

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MoonBeam
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the contrast of the stark white temple with the colorful wedding clothes :)

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HMFan2010
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The shot of them sitting together is beautiful. Love the clothing styles! One of these days I'm going to design my own sherwani. Congratulations to the VERY HANDSOME couple.

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kurisutofu
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not into men but ... How are they so handsome?! Why couldn't I be born with a face like those?!

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Laana
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations 😊😊 I presume the lady in the picture is his mother and I must say- she is stunning!

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TheUntrustworhyEverythingBagal
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This was so cute, and being part of the lgbtq community myself I love this! Especially in parts of the world where it isn't especially accepted.

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Esca Sav
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very beautiful pictures, very beautiful wedding! I wish the best to the both of them and a life full of love and acceptance!

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Nefertiti
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No matter your culture, gay weddings are always AWESOME!👑 Like this thread is not surprising or new, at all. 😏

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Claire O'Brien
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such beautiful photographs, and a gorgeous couple. I only WISH my wedding photos could be this lovely!

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KCN
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love the photos, the beautiful clothes, and the sweet warm love I see in their faces for each other.

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Safidi “HoneeBeeFee” Tye
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

most likely this wedding was only accepted in that temple because the families come from money. i'm sure people of a lower caste could never dream of coming out and having their love on display. money gets people very far.

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Safidi “HoneeBeeFee” Tye
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

lovely photos! i hate to say it, but they are accepted more and able to do this probably because they are wealthy. a gay couple from a lower caste in their society couldnt get away with this at all.

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Krysta Pandoo
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awe how lovely. As a Hindu too, we don't care about orientation - we just love a big, beautiful Hindu wedding!

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Wasn’t Me
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing. Beautiful. Indian weddings are gorgeous and I have Bren hoping to see a gay one for a while. Thank you so much for taking the time to share these and wish nothing but blessings on the newlyweds

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enjoyinglife
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People in India have the most colorful clothing and jewelry. Colors of happiness and joy.

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Linda Clemons
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These pics are stunningly beautiful. Best wishes to the newlyweds ❤️

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Ada Pikula
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There go 2 hot Indian man being gay 😜 good luck guys, you look so happy.

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Stina Kolling
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

yes they look like they're in love, great pictures, lovely couple, blah blah blah---can we talk about those kurtas for a moment? GORGEOUS!!!!

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Milena
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Right??! I'm like crazy about this, I need those clothes... so delicate, so elegant, exceptional quality taffeta and silks, the embroidery is just stunning, wow ...

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Phantom Captain
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Indian weddings are incredible and so beautifully done! Congrats to this lovely couple!

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jodie kavanagh
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The title of this should read "The two most beautiful men in India, possibly the World, just married each other". Wow.

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Milena
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is beyond beautiful, this is awesome ... all of it ...

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Wonder Gal
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love is hard enough to find for most of us, so when you find it, cherish it. They look so happy. 😘

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Brandi Gates
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

GREAT PHOTOS!! Such a beautiful wedding! Thank you for sharing with us :)

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Ms E
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow they look beautiful and stylish. Looove the clothes and setting.

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Dianne Berner-Conner
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

flipping beautiful!!!! They take my breath away with their love and gorgeousness!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg. I absolutely adore this. I admire them for so many reasons. Their families seem so happy that they're married too, which makes me happy as well. The pictures are so cute, you can tell they love eachother with all their hearts. Truly amazing.

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Simon Howard
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Check out www.thesimmeringshah.com for another gay Indian wedding

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Monika Soffronow
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful couple. This wedding would not have been held in India without considerate risk. But do not let that make you nod your head, get a bit shocked at the fact that homosexuality has been legal for all of twenty (20) years in Maryland, USA! "Notably, as of 2019, 28 countries recognize same-sex marriage. By contrast, 14 countries or jurisdictions impose the death penalty for homosexuality. These include Afghanistan, Brunei, Iran, Mauritania, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Yemen, the United Arab Emirates, and parts of Nigeria, Somalia, Syria and Iraq." From: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGBT_rights_by_country_or_territory

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Foxxy
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

On 24 August 2017, India's Supreme Court gave the country's LGBT community the freedom to safely express their sexual orientation. Therefore, an individual's sexual orientation is protected under the country's Right to Privacy law. However, the Supreme Court did not directly overturn any laws criminalizing same-sex relationships. On 6 September 2018, consensual gay sex was legalised by India's Supreme Court. So yes whilst there is still a risk it isn’t as considerable as some may think.

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Daniëlle Raats
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are the handsomest couple and have beautiful pictures. Wish mine looked like that.

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Damien McDallydally
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If this offends anyone, i can honestly say it had no such meaning or intent. I am just curious, and was told that eagerness to learn new things was never bad. In the photos, i noticed the red "dot" was only on one of the men. Is there any meaning behind this? Is it usually the woman that has it? If so, is the person with the marking the most feminine of them? Again, i am curious.. nothing more.

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Issss
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In pic no 9 both of them have tika (the red dot). I guess you are talking about pic no 3. Tika was probably just done at different times and pictures were captured in the middle. No such significance of being feminine. And no, in many Indian cultures, tika is done by both males and females. If you go to a temple you will usually come out with tika and red thread on your wrist.

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Demonic cow
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow they look so happy and beautiful. I hope they have a long, happy marriage.

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Ayush pratap singh
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And i also want a gay life partner i'm 30 year good looking guy. But sad because in India ...

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Ayush pratap singh
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want a guy for relationship 32Ayushsingh my insta id. int. in 27 to 35 age

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Ottmar Straub
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As long as it does not come with the taste of missionarism it is absolutely okay. The tendency to blame heteros and to influence the world is a nuisance and leads to much distortion but this here is okay. Seeing the Indian upper-class and knowing about the state of the country is a nuisance in itself - the upper-class will have to take responsibility if it wants a good future.

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Zanjero Johnson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These 2 are beautiful. so made for eachother its crazy..... I could feel the love thru the photo's and that is so amazing. BRIGHT HAPPY HEALTHY FUTURE TO YOU BOTH.

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KT Trondsen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow you can see the heat between them in the photos. Congrats!!

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AuntyJem
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely beautiful photos. And their love shines through Wishing them a bright and joyous future together

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Val
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, gorgeous photos! Great work Charmi! And I love the cute couple!

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Run Gunn
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4 years ago (edited)

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Why should they adopt? Why not have their own kids like our parents? Oh wait nevermind they can't procreate

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Robyn Gardam
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks so lovely, so glad they could celebrate their love :) Congrats to the happy couple!

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Dian Parama Kosala
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

im not homophobia, but its a Hindhu Temple.. and since most of religion ban gay, so........ how and why they need to do it in a Hindhu Temple?..

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MØTH
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They wanted to have a traditional wedding. That’s their choice.

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Jeff Requier
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Ive seen A lot of straight Hindu men who hold hands. this isnt worth getting excited over

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Clara The Idiot
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I completed agree, because holding hands is the *exact same thing* as agreeing to spend the rest of your life together, sharing practically everything in life, living together and possibly having children, you're right, holding hands has the same fine print

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read041
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gay or Straight, Indians have some of the most beautiful weddings ever! Congrats to these two men. :)

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Foxxy
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG you can see the love in these photos. I wish them all the best for their future.

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kathryn stretton
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am hetero woman, been living in Turkey10 years. I have been told that there is no such thing as a gay Muslim, male or female. Ok. I know quite a few, not lots, but quite a few. It is very, very difficult for them to live in a relaxed and natural manner. Bus drivers, shopkeepers, cafe owners..the list goes on. All agree that 'gayness' is a European disease, and is a problem. We need posts like this to help perpetuate sexual freedom. It will take time. Generations. But, we will get there, eventually I suppose.

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Rhonda Herring
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have friends who are gay or lesbian and I think most would agree that our parents are the ones show the "wrong". I believe when sixty years old are gone people will see love is love no matter the lifestyle they will be better received. At least I hope so

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SummerDupahriya
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a human being, as a Hindu, as an Indian I feel so happy. May Shiv ji bless the lovely couple and help the homophobic get out of it. Om Namah Shivaaye 🙏🏽 🕉

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Danielle Renee
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

those two are gorgeous, that wedding looked amazing and i wish i would have been there!

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Unicornstar
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I AM HAPPY FOR YOU BOTH. You deserve every happiness and all the wonderful things life has to offer. Good luck to the pair of you. And CONGRATULATIONS.

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Abhinav Singh Panwar
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same sex marriages are not per se illegal in India, like you cannot be arrested for it but the law is not clear, same sex marriages are not recognised by the law but are not illegal either. Last year the supreme court of India decriminalised gay sex but did not say anything about marriages. Anyway, beautiful pictures and beautiful couple. I hope they are given the same recognition and rights as heterosexual marriages back home. Best wishes!

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Katerina Huskova
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's love that really matters. I wish them everlasting love a happiness.

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Rhonda Herring
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is what love looks like. U could see the pride they have in each other. In today's world we don't see enough of true love but it is out there. Just like these too. I wish them the very best and keep each other smiling!!

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MoonBeam
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the contrast of the stark white temple with the colorful wedding clothes :)

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HMFan2010
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The shot of them sitting together is beautiful. Love the clothing styles! One of these days I'm going to design my own sherwani. Congratulations to the VERY HANDSOME couple.

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kurisutofu
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not into men but ... How are they so handsome?! Why couldn't I be born with a face like those?!

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Laana
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations 😊😊 I presume the lady in the picture is his mother and I must say- she is stunning!

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TheUntrustworhyEverythingBagal
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This was so cute, and being part of the lgbtq community myself I love this! Especially in parts of the world where it isn't especially accepted.

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Esca Sav
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very beautiful pictures, very beautiful wedding! I wish the best to the both of them and a life full of love and acceptance!

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Nefertiti
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No matter your culture, gay weddings are always AWESOME!👑 Like this thread is not surprising or new, at all. 😏

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Claire O'Brien
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such beautiful photographs, and a gorgeous couple. I only WISH my wedding photos could be this lovely!

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KCN
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love the photos, the beautiful clothes, and the sweet warm love I see in their faces for each other.

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Safidi “HoneeBeeFee” Tye
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

most likely this wedding was only accepted in that temple because the families come from money. i'm sure people of a lower caste could never dream of coming out and having their love on display. money gets people very far.

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Safidi “HoneeBeeFee” Tye
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

lovely photos! i hate to say it, but they are accepted more and able to do this probably because they are wealthy. a gay couple from a lower caste in their society couldnt get away with this at all.

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Krysta Pandoo
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awe how lovely. As a Hindu too, we don't care about orientation - we just love a big, beautiful Hindu wedding!

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Wasn’t Me
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing. Beautiful. Indian weddings are gorgeous and I have Bren hoping to see a gay one for a while. Thank you so much for taking the time to share these and wish nothing but blessings on the newlyweds

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enjoyinglife
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People in India have the most colorful clothing and jewelry. Colors of happiness and joy.

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Linda Clemons
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These pics are stunningly beautiful. Best wishes to the newlyweds ❤️

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Ada Pikula
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There go 2 hot Indian man being gay 😜 good luck guys, you look so happy.

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Stina Kolling
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

yes they look like they're in love, great pictures, lovely couple, blah blah blah---can we talk about those kurtas for a moment? GORGEOUS!!!!

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Milena
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Right??! I'm like crazy about this, I need those clothes... so delicate, so elegant, exceptional quality taffeta and silks, the embroidery is just stunning, wow ...

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Phantom Captain
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Indian weddings are incredible and so beautifully done! Congrats to this lovely couple!

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jodie kavanagh
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The title of this should read "The two most beautiful men in India, possibly the World, just married each other". Wow.

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Milena
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is beyond beautiful, this is awesome ... all of it ...

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Wonder Gal
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love is hard enough to find for most of us, so when you find it, cherish it. They look so happy. 😘

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Brandi Gates
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

GREAT PHOTOS!! Such a beautiful wedding! Thank you for sharing with us :)

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Ms E
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow they look beautiful and stylish. Looove the clothes and setting.

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Dianne Berner-Conner
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

flipping beautiful!!!! They take my breath away with their love and gorgeousness!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg. I absolutely adore this. I admire them for so many reasons. Their families seem so happy that they're married too, which makes me happy as well. The pictures are so cute, you can tell they love eachother with all their hearts. Truly amazing.

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Simon Howard
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Check out www.thesimmeringshah.com for another gay Indian wedding

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Monika Soffronow
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful couple. This wedding would not have been held in India without considerate risk. But do not let that make you nod your head, get a bit shocked at the fact that homosexuality has been legal for all of twenty (20) years in Maryland, USA! "Notably, as of 2019, 28 countries recognize same-sex marriage. By contrast, 14 countries or jurisdictions impose the death penalty for homosexuality. These include Afghanistan, Brunei, Iran, Mauritania, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Yemen, the United Arab Emirates, and parts of Nigeria, Somalia, Syria and Iraq." From: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGBT_rights_by_country_or_territory

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Foxxy
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

On 24 August 2017, India's Supreme Court gave the country's LGBT community the freedom to safely express their sexual orientation. Therefore, an individual's sexual orientation is protected under the country's Right to Privacy law. However, the Supreme Court did not directly overturn any laws criminalizing same-sex relationships. On 6 September 2018, consensual gay sex was legalised by India's Supreme Court. So yes whilst there is still a risk it isn’t as considerable as some may think.

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Daniëlle Raats
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are the handsomest couple and have beautiful pictures. Wish mine looked like that.

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Damien McDallydally
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If this offends anyone, i can honestly say it had no such meaning or intent. I am just curious, and was told that eagerness to learn new things was never bad. In the photos, i noticed the red "dot" was only on one of the men. Is there any meaning behind this? Is it usually the woman that has it? If so, is the person with the marking the most feminine of them? Again, i am curious.. nothing more.

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Issss
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In pic no 9 both of them have tika (the red dot). I guess you are talking about pic no 3. Tika was probably just done at different times and pictures were captured in the middle. No such significance of being feminine. And no, in many Indian cultures, tika is done by both males and females. If you go to a temple you will usually come out with tika and red thread on your wrist.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow they look so happy and beautiful. I hope they have a long, happy marriage.

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Ayush pratap singh
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And i also want a gay life partner i'm 30 year good looking guy. But sad because in India ...

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Ayush pratap singh
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want a guy for relationship 32Ayushsingh my insta id. int. in 27 to 35 age

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Ottmar Straub
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As long as it does not come with the taste of missionarism it is absolutely okay. The tendency to blame heteros and to influence the world is a nuisance and leads to much distortion but this here is okay. Seeing the Indian upper-class and knowing about the state of the country is a nuisance in itself - the upper-class will have to take responsibility if it wants a good future.

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Zanjero Johnson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These 2 are beautiful. so made for eachother its crazy..... I could feel the love thru the photo's and that is so amazing. BRIGHT HAPPY HEALTHY FUTURE TO YOU BOTH.

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KT Trondsen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow you can see the heat between them in the photos. Congrats!!

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AuntyJem
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely beautiful photos. And their love shines through Wishing them a bright and joyous future together

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Val
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, gorgeous photos! Great work Charmi! And I love the cute couple!

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Run Gunn
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4 years ago (edited)

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Why should they adopt? Why not have their own kids like our parents? Oh wait nevermind they can't procreate

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Robyn Gardam
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks so lovely, so glad they could celebrate their love :) Congrats to the happy couple!

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Dian Parama Kosala
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

im not homophobia, but its a Hindhu Temple.. and since most of religion ban gay, so........ how and why they need to do it in a Hindhu Temple?..

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MØTH
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They wanted to have a traditional wedding. That’s their choice.

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Ive seen A lot of straight Hindu men who hold hands. this isnt worth getting excited over

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Clara The Idiot
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I completed agree, because holding hands is the *exact same thing* as agreeing to spend the rest of your life together, sharing practically everything in life, living together and possibly having children, you're right, holding hands has the same fine print

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