News9 Plus releases ‘This Is Me,’ LGBTQIA+-friendly docu series for pride month

Delhi: Actor-turned-filmmaker Arpita Chatterjee introduced ‘This is Me,’ a docu series that brings to light the stories of the LGBTQIA+ community. 

The five-episode series is released on News9 Plus during Pride Month.

At the launch event, which took place in Kolkata earlier this week, Chatterjee highlighted the importance of these narratives in fostering empathy and understanding for the community. “This is Me sheds light on the often-misunderstood notions of gender identity and sexual orientation. It also highlights the significant challenges faced by the community,” she said.

Reflecting on her experience, she shared, “As work on the documentary progressed, I came to understand more deeply the struggles, sufferings, and calls for acceptance within the community.”

The event was also graced by filmmaker Onir. “There is a crucial need to share these stories with a larger audience,” he remarked. 

‘This is Me’ not only aims to showcase socio-cultural challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community.  

Chatterjee emphasised, “The sensitivity should be imbibed throughout the entire year.”