Pranshu was an Indian social media influencer known for his makeup videos. |
He identified as transgender and supported Pride causes. |
Tragically, he passed away in 2023 due to suicide. |
Pranshu began sharing makeup tutorials on Instagram in 2021 during his school days. |
Initially shocked, his mother became supportive of his passion for makeup. |
His Instagram page 'Glamitupwithpranshu' featured popular makeup tutorial videos and brand promotions. |
At the time of his passing in 2023, he had over 25 thousand followers. |
In 2023, Pranshu posted a Diwali video in a saree, which led to online trolling. |
On November 21, 2023, he took his own life at home using his mother's dupatta. |
His death sparked allegations that online trolling and hateful comments contributed to his decision. |
LGBTQ+ groups honored him on social media and advocated for justice. |
Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju highlighted the safety challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals on social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. |