Shabnam Mousi [DVD]

In India, "Hijras" are eunuchs, or transgendered people who resemble men but
have the sexual characteristics of both genders. While hijras are widely
regarded bearers of good luck and are often asked to bless weddings and
newborn children, they are also often discriminated against and often live on
the outskirts of society. The drama Shabnam Mousi was inspired by the true
story of one hijra who overcame prejudice to launch a successful career in
politics. 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. But will Shabnam's new life in politics raise questions
about his old life as a fugitive?