Apurva Asrani (proper) and associate Siddhant.
Film author and editor Apurva Asrani, who has been a robust voice in propagating LGBTQ rights, has introduced that he’s separating from his associate of 14 years. The National Award winner, and author and editor of movies like Shahid and Aligarh, posted a protracted be aware on Instagram, urging everybody to respect their privateness and likewise mentioned that there’s at all times hope for anybody looking for love, dedication and safe dwelling.
Apurva wrote, “I inform you with a heavy heart that Siddhant and I have separated. I know we have been seen as role models by many in the LGBTQ community, and this is sure to evoke some disappointments, but I must tell you that every day of these 14 years has been important and valuable and that we have amicably parted ways. Same-sex couples in India have no references and no role models to seek inspiration from, and we have made mistakes in the way that we have charted our unique path. But we are also the first generation in India to live our love so visibly and courageously, so I write this with no regrets.”
Further requesting everybody to respect their privateness, the screenwriter-editor added, “I request you to respect our privacy ad our feelings at this point and to leave the speculation to us. Please don’t tag us in your messages, it is a very difficult time. I want to end by saying that I think there is hope. For Sid, for me, and for every one of us seeking love commitment and a secure home. Never stop believing.”
In May 2020, the couple had purchased their first home collectively after pretending to be cousins for 13 years.
For 13 years we pretended to be cousins so we may hire a house collectively. We have been instructed ‘maintain curtains drawn so neighbors do not know ‘what’ you might be’. We just lately purchased our own residence. Now we voluntarily inform neighbors we’re companions 💕. It’s time LGBTQ households are normalised too. pic.twitter.com/kZ9t9Wnc7i— Apurva (@Apurvasrani) May 29, 2020
Apurva has edited movies like Satya and Shahid and the collection Made in Heaven. In 2001, Apurva gained the National Film Award for Best Editing for Snip!, a bilingual comedy directed by Sunhil Sippy.
