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Drag queen Zeesh reveals Bollywood crush Rakhi Sawant in exclusive interview
✍️ Mid-Day
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 05:39 AM
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In an exclusive Mid-Day interview, drag performer Zeesh said Bollywood personality Rakhi Sawant is their crush.
Drag artist Zeesh, who has been gaining visibility in India's emerging drag scene, spoke to Mid-Day about personal inspirations. In the interview, Zeesh openly named Bollywood entertainer Rakhi Sawant as their crush, describing her as a bold and unapologetic figure.
Rakhi Sawant, known for her flamboyant style and reality‑TV appearances, has long been a polarising yet iconic presence in Bollywood. Zeesh’s admiration highlights how mainstream film personalities continue to influence performers across diverse artistic domains.
The candid confession underscores the growing dialogue between drag culture and popular Indian media, suggesting a broader acceptance of unconventional expressions within the entertainment industry.
Rakhi Sawant, known for her flamboyant style and reality‑TV appearances, has long been a polarising yet iconic presence in Bollywood. Zeesh’s admiration highlights how mainstream film personalities continue to influence performers across diverse artistic domains.
The candid confession underscores the growing dialogue between drag culture and popular Indian media, suggesting a broader acceptance of unconventional expressions within the entertainment industry.