Ladyboys

Show Description

Ladyboys – This intriguing and thought-provoking new documentary series travels to Thailand to explore the world of male-to-female transgender persons.

Episode 101 — Doing It For Themselves

Following the stories of Thai transsexuals who have risen to fame. Belle is about to release a debut single after revealing her true identity on a talent show, and Poy won the transgender equivalent of Miss World. Business owner Nok reveals how hard it can be for transgender individuals to be accepted in the eyes of the law, and now campaigns for change.

Episode 102 — Ladyboy Pageant

In this episode we see the some of the most beautiful ladyboys from around the world competing for Miss Queen International in Pattaya (the equivalent of Miss World), Thailand.

Episode 103 — The Men Who Love Ladyboys

The Men Who Love Ladyboys Investigating gender-reassignment surgery in Thailand, following transsexuals as they challenge perceptions to achieve financial success in their chosen careers and fight national law to be officially accepted as women.

Episode 104 — Ladyboy Capital of the World

An exploration of the ladyboy shows in Pattaya, a once sleepy Thai fishing village that is now the ladyboy capital of the world. Plus, a behind-the-scenes look at the running of Alcazar, a popular transgender cabaret venue, to which acts flock in search of fame and fortune.

Episode 105 — Ladyboy Surgery

Cameras follow two patients as they embark on gender-reassignment surgery in Thailand.

Episode 106 — Going Forward

Businessman Chan hopes his £4million investment in the lady business will be rewarded. There is also an update on the progress of Miss International Queen runner-up Sahhara as she records her latest single in her new home-city of London, and Nok is considering tackling Thailand’s discriminatory laws head on.