“Stranger Signs” by Rajkumar Thiagaras

Synopsis:

Sri is at a crossroads in his life as he watches devotees going into Sri Krishnan Temple, waiting for a sign from the universe. When he meets an enigmatic stranger, will Sri finally be able to figure out where his destination lies?

Artist Statement:

As a Hindu, the queerness of bhakti has always been a fascination for me, as spirituality and astrology have played a big part in the lives of my family and me. Thus, the story of Sri Krishnan Astrology at Fortune Centre, their association with the temple and their fondness for the coconut tree struck a chord with me. My own spiritual attachment to Waterloo Street, and the various times it aided me whenever I was at a crossroads in life, have inspired this story of a queer man seeking answers to the questions about his life journey.

Credits:

Playwright: Rajkumar Thiagaras
Director: Ng Sze Min
Actors: Saifuddin Jumadi, Masturah Oli, Shanjeevi Ganesan, Shaikh Yasin, Cheryl Ho