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What's the Goth and alternative scene like in India? Willow Scarlet is a musician, performance artist, activist and local promoter. We talk about her personal journey in the subculture, from growing up in a conservative family to organizing Delhi's first goth prom.
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00:00 Introduction to Desi Goth Culture
00:59 Willow's Journey into Goth and Music
06:05 Cultural Identity and Misconceptions
08:12 Building a Community in India
09:41 Resilience Against Societal Norms
10:31 Personal Stories of Strength and Justice
11:07 Living a Double Life
12:20 Exploring Cultural Roots in Music
15:43 Building a Unique Goth Scene in India
19:50 The Diversity of the Indian Goth Community
21:32 Challenges and Aspirations in the Goth Scene