‘Big F’ actress tackles transgender role

ACTRESS Annie Gill will play a transgender in the second season of television series Big F, known for tackling issues considered taboo in India. It will explore the story of Madhu, a transgender woman disowned by her father, read a statement from the channel. Talking about t he role, Annie said: “It was a st rong and challenging phase of my life where I got to portray the role of a transgender person. I chose to play the character of Madhu a n d Madhav to test my c ap ab i l i t i e s as an experienced a c t o r. Everything associated with transgender identity is a very sensitive issue in India.”

She added t hat, through the show, they have tried to highlight the issue aesthetically. “We are trying to create an awareness through t his brave s t o r y, ” s he added. The show revolves around Madhu, who was bor n male and named Madhav. She fantasises about a male model named Sameer, essayed by Siddhant Karnick. Sameer, too, develops a soft corner for Madhu and expresses his love for her.

On playing Madhu’s love interest, Siddhant s ai d: “Transg e nders and their sexuality is a hushed topic in India… Just like us, transgenders, too, have needs and it’s about time someone spoke about it.

“This episode shows not only how transgenders feel but also the conflict and dilemma that those who love them go through.” – IANS