Fathima Noora

Fathima Noora, widely known by her first name Noora, is a prominent Indian television personality, content creator, and cybersecurity analyst who gained national recognition as a pioneering voice for the LGBTQIA+ community in Kerala. Born in the late 1990s in Saudi Arabia, Noora was raised in a conservative yet affluent Malayali family. Her birth was considered a significant blessing for her parents, coming after her mother had faced three previous miscarriages, which led to her being a deeply cherished and pampered child. Her father, a businessman, even named his supermarket in Saudi Arabia after her. She grew up alongside two younger sisters and a brother, spending her formative years in the Middle East before eventually returning to her native hometown of Kozhikode, Kerala, for higher education.

Noora’s educational journey began in Saudi Arabia, where she completed her 12th-standard studies at a local school. It was during this period that she met her future partner, Adhila Nasrin, and the two developed a romantic relationship that would later spark a landmark legal movement. After moving back to India, Noora pursued her undergraduate degree in Kozhikode. Despite the pressure to conform to traditional societal expectations, she successfully entered the corporate world as a cybersecurity analyst. Her professional background in technology provided her with the independence needed to navigate the personal challenges that arose when her relationship with Adhila was discovered by their families, leading to a period of intense personal and legal struggle.

The major breakthrough in Noora's life occurred in May 2022 when she and Adhila fled their homes to escape forced separation and conversion attempts. After Noora was allegedly abducted by her own relatives, Adhila filed a habeas corpus petition in the Kerala High Court. In a historic ruling, the court upheld their right to live together, marking a significant legal victory for same-sex couples in India. Following this victory, Noora transitioned into the digital space, where she and Adhila became popular social media influencers. They launched the YouTube channel "NoorAdhila_Official," which quickly amassed over 600,000 subscribers by sharing vlogs, lifestyle content, and advocacy for queer rights, effectively turning their personal resilience into a public platform for change.

In 2025, Noora reached a new milestone in her career by debuting on mainstream television as a contestant on Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7. Entering the house alongside Adhila as the show’s first-ever openly lesbian couple entry, she became a standout participant known for her strong opinions and emotional depth. Throughout the season, titled "7nte Pani," Noora faced various challenges and nominations but consistently remained a fan favorite, ultimately securing a place as a grand finale contestant. She completed a 97-day journey in the house, just shy of the winner's trophy but earning widespread acclaim for her authenticity. Today, Noora continues to balance her career as a cybersecurity professional with her growing influence in the entertainment and digital sectors, serving as a powerful symbol of courage for the next generation.