There is also 'A Fine Balance' by Rohinton Mistry. The story unfolds in India and has characters who face different social situations. While not directly about crossdressing in a literal sense, it shows how characters adapt and sometimes transform themselves in the face of difficult social and economic circumstances, which can be seen as a form of metaphorical crossdressing in the context of changing social identities.
One popular Indian crossdressing novel could be 'The Inheritance of Loss' by Kiran Desai. It contains elements that touch on different cultural identities and how characters navigate through them, which might involve some form of cross - cultural or cross - gender exploration in a sense.
Another one could be 'Midnight's Children' by Salman Rushdie. Rushdie's work often delves into complex themes, and in this novel, there are various characters who experience different forms of transformation, which can be related to the idea of crossdressing in terms of breaking traditional gender or social norms.
There was an Indian man who crossdressed to participate in a social experiment. He wanted to experience the discrimination and challenges that women face in society. He walked around the marketplaces and public areas dressed as a woman. He noticed how differently people treated him, from being catcalled to having to fight for space in crowded buses, which gave him a new perspective on gender inequality in India.
In a small village in India, there was a story of a person who crossdressed to challenge the traditional gender roles. He was inspired by the changing times and wanted to show that clothes do not define one's gender. He would go to the local market crossdressed, at first facing some stares and whispers, but gradually people got used to it and started to accept him for who he was, which in turn led to a small but significant shift in the village's perception of gender.
One Indian crossdressing story could be about a young boy who crossdresses for a traditional theater performance. In many parts of India, in Kathakali or other such art forms, male actors crossdress to play female roles. They put on elaborate costumes, makeup and jewelry to transform into the female characters. This not only showcases their acting skills but also preserves the rich cultural heritage.
One Indian crossdressing story could be about a young man named Raj. In a traditional Indian village, there was a big festival coming up. Raj was always interested in the female dance forms in the village. So, he decided to crossdress as a woman to be able to participate in the all - female dance troupe. He borrowed his sister's clothes and jewelry. At first, his family was shocked but then they supported him. He practiced hard and on the day of the festival, his performance was so amazing that the whole village applauded him. He not only broke the gender norms but also showed that passion has no gender boundaries.
In an Indian family, there was a boy who loved to imitate his sister. He would often crossdress and play with her toys. His parents were initially worried but then realized it was just a phase of exploration. As he grew up, he continued to have an open - minded approach towards gender. He would sometimes still crossdress for cultural events in the family where he wanted to pay tribute to the female members of the family. His story is one of self - discovery and family acceptance.
'Kämpfer' is also a notable one. In this light novel, some characters are transformed into female forms (cross - dressing in a way for male characters) and are involved in battles. It has an interesting blend of action, comedy, and the unique aspect of the cross - dressing characters dealing with their new forms and the situations that come with it.
There might have been cases during certain cultural events in some parts of India where due to superstition or power dynamics, a young man was forced to crossdress. For example, if there was a belief that it would bring good luck to a community event, and the person was made to do it against their will. This not only violated his personal choice but also exposed him to potential ridicule.
One great Indian novel is 'The God of Small Things' by Arundhati Roy. It beautifully explores family, caste, and love in Kerala, India. The story is told through the eyes of fraternal twins, and it delves deep into the complex social fabric of the region.
I recommend the novel "Reborn as the richest man in India" to you. It tells the story of a 16-year-old boy who was reborn into a middle-class family in India. In order to pay off his million-dollar debt, he accumulated as much capital as possible before the reform and opening up to obtain greater benefits. This novel described the background of India's reform and opening up, as well as how the protagonist rose to become a rich man in this context. It was very fascinating. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
There's also 'Crossdressing Naruto's Adventure'. In this fanfiction, Naruto's crossdressing leads to him getting a whole new perspective on how the female characters in the Naruto world are treated. It's quite thought - provoking as well as humorous. For example, he experiences some of the gender - based discrimination that the female ninjas face. This makes the story not just about the comical aspect of crossdressing but also about social issues in the Naruto universe.