Sridhar is a male name of Indian - Sanskrit origin, meaning "Possessing Lakshmi," the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity. It is a name that is also sometimes used as a surname. Notable individuals bearing this name include actors, badminton players, screenwriters, film directors, sound engineers, composers, cricketers, politicians, and business professors. Sridhar is also the name of an ancient Indian mathematician. Additionally, Sridhar is one of lord Vishnu's thousand names when consort to the Hindu goddess Lakshmi. The name is often spelled as Sreedhar or Sridhara. This name carries a rich cultural and spiritual significance, reflecting qualities of prosperity and divine blessings.
Sridhar Rangayan, born on April 2, 1962, is an Indian filmmaker renowned for his groundbreaking work focusing on queer subjects. His films, including The Pink Mirror, Yours Emotionally, 68 Pages, Purple Skies, Breaking Free, and Evening Shadows, have received acclaim for their realistic and empathetic portrayal of the largely closeted Indian gay community. Notably, The Pink Mirror remains banned in India due to its homosexual content. Rangayan has been a prominent figure in the LGBT movement in India and played a pivotal role in raising awareness about sexual minorities. He is a Founder Member and Trustee of The Humsafar Trust, the first gay NGO in India, and has made significant contributions through his activism and media initiatives. Rangayan's accolades include the South Asian Achievers Award and serving on the jury for prestigious international film festivals. He is also the founder Festival Director of KASHISH Pride Film Festival, the first-ever queer film festival to be held at mainstream theaters in Mumbai. With a background in design and a successful career in television, Rangayan has established himself as a trailblazing filmmaker dedicated to representing the LGBTQ+ community through his powerful storytelling and advocacy.
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