# Cactus Pears (2025)

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Podcast: [The Queer Gaze](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-queer-gaze-7175296)
Published: 2025-11-20T08:05:00+00:00
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We're venturing to rural India to discuss Rohan Kanawade's feature directorial debut, Cactus Pears / Sabar Bonda (2025). This heartfelt romantic drama follows Anand (Bhushaan Manoj), an out gay man in Mumbai, as he returns home for the 10 day mourning ceremony following his father's death, reconnects with his hunky neighbour Balya (Suraaj Suman), and dodges invasive questions about his personal life from relatives. Seen the film or want to hear more details? Subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/TheQueerGaze . Like the show? Rate, review and subscribe to help others find us Follow the show on Insta and BlueSky: @thequeergaze Email us: thequeergazeshow@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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