Where to watch Maharajin (2018)

Story

This documentary follows Gulab Maharajin, a woman who defied religious conventions by working as a cremation performer at Rasoolabad Ghat in Allahabad. For over six decades, she carried out a role traditionally restricted to men in Hindu practice, challenging deeply rooted beliefs about women's participation in funeral rituals. Her remarkable life story offers an intimate look at one person's determination to work in a profession considered taboo for women.

Why watch

• A 30-minute documentary exploring an unconventional life story
• Directed by Darpan Bajaj, examining social and religious practices
• Hindi-language film available on Plex and Plex Channel

Good for: Viewers interested in documentaries about social change and personal resilience; certificate status unknown, so check platform details before watching with family.