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'Heals' Doc: Pangina's Rise from Thai Roots to World Stage
19 Mar
Summary
- Pangina Heals' journey from conservative Thai-Chinese upbringing to global fame is chronicled.
- The documentary features exclusive footage from Pangina's world tour and 'Drag Race' appearances.
- N8 aims to tell untold Thai stories, highlighting cross-cultural identity and authentic narratives.
The official trailer for "Heals," a feature documentary about Thai drag star Pangina Heals, has been released. Directed by Emmy Award-winner Pailin Wedel, the film chronicles Pangina's path from a restrictive Thai-Chinese childhood to international acclaim.
The documentary highlights Pangina's hosting of 'Drag Race Thailand,' her participation in 'RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World,' and a subsequent Las Vegas residency. It incorporates exclusive footage from her seven-country world tour alongside behind-the-scenes content.
Co-produced by N8, a company dedicated to authentic Thai narratives, and World of Wonder, the film delves into intergenerational family dynamics and the struggle for acceptance. It also sheds light on Bangkok's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community, reflecting N8's cross-cultural mission.
Pailin Wedel, known for previous Netflix documentaries 'Hope Frozen' and 'The Trapped 13,' brings her acclaimed storytelling to this project. World of Wonder's involvement underscores the film's global appeal and reach.
