Kathmandu through a Matriarchal Lens: "Ajima and 6 Gender Identities"
Matriarchal spirituality often revolves around female or feminine deities, celebrates human sexuality, and embraces sensual pleasure as a means to overcome inner defilement. Tantra, within this context, celebrates women’s sexuality and places women in affirmative roles, emphasizing mutual enjoyment rather than subservience. https://www.youtube.com/@BlueFlowerNepal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6NF4RmilyY As the vibrant city of Kathmandu bustles with energy and life, it holds within its ancient streets a tapestry of stories often overshadowed by grand monuments and bustling markets. But what if we told you there’s a way to explore this enigmatic city not just as a tourist, but through the eyes of its resilient matriarchs? The recently screened documentary ‘Ajima and 6 Gender Identities’ does just that. Directed by the visionary Sunil Babu Panta, this powerful film was showcased at Martin Chautari, shedding light on the ancient yet astonishingly contemporary themes of gender diversity