Summary:
Well, how wrong that notion can be was shown by Pareyaan Maranna Kadhegal (meaning ‘untold stories), a Malayalam play staged by 14 transwomen and one transman in the city. “Transgenders are always thought to be beggars and sex workers, who have no calibre, talent or skills. Explaining how drama helped the group rise above odds, actor Heidi Saadiya recalled how they started performing in 2018. The play was directed by Chennai-based Srijith Sundaram, who has been working with transgenders and sex workers for 10 years. Through this play, we wanted to express ourselves, be proud of who we are and be accepted in the society with respect..