Project Priyo
Synopsis
A short documentary that follows the journeys of five queer and trans* individuals from different states across India, weaving together stories told in Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, and Malayalam. Through intimate interviews and personal reflections, the film explores how caste, queerness, and geography intersect to shape each person’s experience. Rather than focusing solely on hardship, Project Priyo centers joy, love, community, and resilience, challenging dominant narratives about queer-trans* lives in India. With tenderness and depth, the documentary highlights how each navigates identity, belonging, and resistance, offering a rich, multifaceted view of queer-trans* realities across diverse regional and cultural landscapes.
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- Director
- Shoi
- Original Title
- Project Priyo
- Spoken Languages
- Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, Malayalam
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shoi
Department Leadership Roster
Shoi
Director
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What is Project Priyo about?
A short documentary that follows the journeys of five queer and trans* individuals from different states across India, weaving together stories told in Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, and Malayalam. Through intimate interviews and personal reflections, the film explores how caste, queerness, and geography intersect to shape each person’s experience. Rather than focusing solely on hardship, Project Priyo centers joy, love, community, and resilience, challenging dominant narratives about queer-trans* lives in India. With tenderness and depth, the documentary highlights how each navigates identity, belonging, and resistance, offering a rich, multifaceted view of queer-trans* realities across diverse regional and cultural landscapes.
Who directed Project Priyo?
Project Priyo was directed by Shoi.
Who stars in Project Priyo?
The principal cast of Project Priyo includes Sumi, Rino, Neeti, Vinnie, Neel.
When was Project Priyo released and how long is it?
Project Priyo was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 30m.