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"Dev Patel's 'Monkey Man' Spotlights India's Hijra Community and Marks a Personal Triumph"
Dev Patel's latest film, Monkey Man, has been praised for its inclusion of India's "third gender," the hijra, a community of gender non-conforming people and trans women that has existed for over 2,000 years. Hijras are born with male genitalia or are intersex and may undergo surgery as part of a ceremony celebrating a Hindu mother goddess. Despite facing discrimination and violence, hijras play important roles in ceremonies and were recognized as a minority community by the Supreme Court of India in 2014. Monkey Man, which features hijra characters, is seen as an anthem for the marginalized and aims to shed light on the underrepresented hijra community in India and beyond.
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"The Lasting Impact of Janet Jackson's 'Wardrobe Malfunction' on America"
The infamous "wardrobe malfunction" during Janet Jackson's 2004 Super Bowl halftime show with Justin Timberlake continues to have a lasting impact on American culture, influencing how media is consumed and sparking debates about gender, politics, and entertainment. The incident, known as "Nipplegate," led to outrage, FCC investigations, and a shift in TV and internet viewing habits. As the 20th anniversary approaches, the event's significance is reexamined amid fresh controversies, including Taylor Swift's presence in the traditionally male-dominated space of NFL football, reflecting ongoing tensions around gender, politics, and pop culture.