Tashnuva Anan Shishir has made history by being the first out trans person to become a TV news anchor in Bangladesh, with her new career due to begin on March 8 (International Women’s Day).
According to the Dhaka Tribune, Shishir, who is due to be an anchor for Boishakhi TV, is a well known actor and model in Bangladesh, and has signed up for two film roles this year.
A Trans Pride event in BangladeshShe hopes her new role will improve understanding of the trans community in the country, telling UNB News: “I cannot express how overwhelming this is, for myself and my community.