Aishwarya Ayushmaan, also known by their stage name Lush Monsoon, is one of India’s leading drag performers and a human rights lawyer, featured in Amazon Prime Video’s groundbreaking documentary series Rainbow Rishta. Currently, they lead the programmes at Housing and Land Rights Network (HLRN), a non-profit organization that facilitates access to housing rights for the most marginalized groups in India. Since 2017, Ayushmaan has performed as a drag artist at notable events and multiple venues across India. Named India’s First Lawyer Drag Queen, their work has been covered in prominent news outlets, including BBC, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, and Elle India, among others. They are also the co-founder of Divas Inclusive, a venture that promotes the art of drag in India through curated shows and by supporting emerging artists.
