Maya: Birth of a Superhero (2024)

A South Asian girl living in modern day London finds her world turned upside down when she gets her first period, sparking her sexual awakening. This pits her against her family's rules. She now faces shame and stigma in her community.

Cast (4)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Charithra Chandran

Maya (Teenager)

F

Florrie Antoniou

Keeley

K

Kathy Packianathan

Indira Varma

Maya (Superhero)

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