Movies and TvShows featuring "hijra" theme.

Kid is an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city’s sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred hands unleash an explosive campaign of retribution to settle the score with the men who took everything from him.

Bride & Prejudice is a musical comedy that follows the story of Lalita Bakshi, an Indian woman living in London, who meets and falls in love with a British man named Will Darcy. The two face cultural differences and snobbery as they navigate their relationship.

After her daughter is brutally raped and murdered, a grieving mother takes justice into her own hands and goes on a quest for revenge against the culprits.

The year is 1975, the place is Mahim, Bombay, and this is the story of Tikku, a eunuch, the only child of yesteryear Bollywood actress Nazneen Begum, who has fallen upon hard times, is virtually destitute and is dependent on Tikku, who does make-up/hair-dressing of Bollywood actresses. When she passes away, Tikku is beside himself with grief. After the funeral, he witnesses a woman leaving a child in a garbage bin.

Inspired by the true story of Shabnam Mausi who overcame prejudice and became the first Hijra to be elected to public office in India. Shabnam (Ashutosh Rana) was born to a wealthy and privileged family, but when a band of eunuchs came to bless him not long after he was born, they discovered he too was a Hijra, and the infant was sent to live with others of his kind. Shabnam still has the love and support of his family, but not all the other hijras are so lucky, and one of the members of the group (Vishwajeet Padhan) kills Shabnam's brother in a fit of rage. Shabnam is blamed for the crime, and goes underground, relocating to a town where he comes to the rescue of a woman being sexually assaulted by a group of men. Shabnam's heroic act makes him a minor celebrity in the village, and he decides to use his new recognition to help drive a corrupt politician (Govind Namdeo) from office in an upcoming election.

In 5 Weddings, a journalist embarks on a journey to India to cover wedding traditions. While there, she becomes enthralled by the transgender culture and forms a special bond with a hijra. Together, they navigate the cultural differences and discover the true meaning of love and acceptance.

A handsome Indian guy from London visits India for the first time, falls for a local guy, meets a transgender 'hijra', and discovers a country he only thought he knew.

Examines the diversity of human sexual and gender variance around the globe, with commentary by scientific experts and first-hand accounts of people who do not conform to a simple male/female binary.

Between the Lines: India's Third Gender is a documentary that delves into the lives of hijras, a traditional third gender in India. The film explores their struggles, triumphs, and unique role in Indian society, shedding light on issues such as prostitution, castration, and the challenges they face in a society that often marginalizes them.

In-Between Days is a documentary that delves into the lives of transgender individuals in India, focusing on their experiences with friendship, prostitution, and the challenges they face in society. The film also highlights the work of NGOs and organizations that support and advocate for transgender rights and social issues.

Deepa Mehta’s first documentary in decades introduces us to Sirat, a trans woman in Delhi who is forced to go back into the closet when living with, and caring for, her traditional mother.

Jayjaykar is a movie that delves into the challenging and complex life of a hijra, also known as a third-gender person. This emotional drama offers a deep insight into their struggles, aspirations, and the discrimination they face in society. The story unfolds with raw emotions, portraying the journey of self-acceptance, identity, and the fight for equality.