Kiara Advani recently made waves with her breakout role in the Netflix anthology film Lust Stories. Her segment, directed by renowned Bollywood director Karan Johar, featured a vivid orgasm scene that soon went viral online.
According to data from a popular adult toy website, sales of sex toys in India increased by 50-55% after Kiara’s scene prompted numerous searches related to her character’s vibrator.
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Kiara Advani Breakout Role in Lust Stories
- Kiara played the character of Megha, a dutiful wife who is sexually frustrated in her marriage
- Her segment shows her character using a vibrator and eventually climaxing to the song “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham”
- Kiara’s realistic and bold portrayal was widely praised as a highlight of the film
“That short film went viral for obvious reasons,” said Somen Mishra, a producer who worked on Lust Stories.
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The Viral Orgasm Scene Boosts Sex Toy Sales
- After the release of Lust Stories in June 2018, a popular adult toy website in India reported a significant increase in sales
- According to Mishra, searches for “Kiara Advani vibrator” and related terms spiked during this period
- Their data showed a 50-55% increase in orders compared to pre-release baselines
- Mishra credited Kiara’s scene in the film for bringing more open conversations about female sexuality and pleasure
Table summarizing increase in sales:
| Time Period | Increase in Sales |
|---|---|
| June 2018 (Release of Lust Stories) | 50-55% |
| COVID-19 lockdowns | Previous record |
The Cultural Impact of On-Screen Sexuality
- Films and TV shows have a history of influencing real world behaviors related to sexuality:
- Sex and the City popularized certain sex toy brands
- Fifty Shades of Grey boosted sales in bondage gear
- Kiara’s portrayal reflects a move towards more diverse depictions of female intimacy
- Destigmatizing sexuality in Indian entertainment can challenge norms and taboos
“I never imagined that kind of an impact the film would have,” said Mishra.
The Rise of Sex Positivity in India
Despite lingering taboos, Indian society has grown more sex positive with:
- More open attitudes among younger generations
- Increased education and awareness of sexual health
- Mainstream embrace of female empowerment and pleasure
Kiara’s daring role embodies this cultural shift. While such a vivid orgasm scene may have sparked controversy a decade ago, its viral popularity demonstrates changing mindsets.
Ultimately, Lust Stories and Kiara Advani are promoting healthier dialogues around intimacy in relationships.
Conclusion
Kiara Advani’s memorable scene in Lust Stories highlights improving representations of sexuality in Indian cinema. Besides its artistic merit, the viral segment provided a cultural talking point about female empowerment.
Boosting sex toy sales demonstrates the influential power of media representation and may encourage further healthy conversations around intimacy.
