Trans Kashmir Filming Locations

Once entertainers and employees of the royal court, they were believed to have mystical powers and were treasured members of society. Today, they fight for dignity and basic human rights. For generations, the transgender women of Kashmir have worked as matchmakers and performers but their gender, economic and socio-political realities make them some of the most vulnerable people in the world today. Offering an intimate glimpse into their unique culture, resilience, and beauty, this documentary chronicles the Kashmiri Hijras' growing movement to secure basic human rights. Also featuring the pre-eminent gender rights activist in Kashmir, who is fighting to ensure the future survival of this community.