Chennai: With a strong drive to bring changes in societal norms, the aspiring journey of Dr V S Priya, Kerala’s first transgender doctor, has been made into a film.
This heartening story is expected to bring about some hope, positivity, faith, and a few smiles as the country is currently facing unprecedented challenges.
Dr Priya is an inspiration to millions of people. Despite the hardships and insecurities of growing up as a man in a woman’s body, she finally decided to embrace her true self after 30 odd years.
She fought endless obstacles and barriers put up by family and society, including gender biases and stereotypes, lack of information and acceptance, and much more. And when the family accepts, the world accepts.
She worked tirelessly towards achieving her dreams of being a doctor in a world that continues to stereotype the transgender community into specific exaggerated, attention-seeking roles. Today, being a doctor, it is duty that comes first for Dr Priya as she continues to treat her patients with complete devotion. The film is an initiative by Ariel through its latest campaign #MakeItPossible.
“When we think of a transgender, we imagine them dancing or seeking attention. We can hardly picture them as a pilot or a doctor. I wanted to change this and live my life on my terms. Conditions of transgender needs to change; changes will have to start from families. If a family accepts the kid who is a trans, that kid could grow up to be a better citizen. The best example is me.” shares Dr Priya in the film.