Bijli
Originally released in 2003. Bijli is a documentary film. directed by Adnan Malik. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Consider Manhattan a sprawling Hollywood set. Amongst the swarms of people that crowd the streets like extras, Fayaaz Bijli is another face relegated to the background of our visual spectrum. Come sundown, however, and the inconspicuous Fayaaz morphs into the iconic personae of ‘Bijli,’ a voluptuous Pakistani drags queen. Yet beneath the flamboyant stage presence lies a courageous individual who has carved out a unique and cherished identity for herself in a world that has been all too quick to label her as an ‘outsider’. Defining herself as a woman stuck in a man’s body, Fayaaz has spent her life struggling between the polar tensions of male/female, East/West and Islamic faith/promiscuity. This film is a glimpse into Fayaaz’s psyche as she navigates her way through a New York City life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 24, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Adnan Malik Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bijli about?
Consider Manhattan a sprawling Hollywood set. Amongst the swarms of people that crowd the streets like extras, Fayaaz Bijli is another face relegated to the background of our visual spectrum. Come ...
Who directed Bijli?
Bijli was directed by Adnan Malik.
How long is Bijli?
Bijli has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was Bijli released?
Bijli was released on December 24, 2003 in theaters.