

The story of Vivek, a queer brown boy from Edmonton as he tries (and fails) to achieve pop stardom, told from the perspective of the now 40-something trans femme artist…
Comedy • Series • 2023 • 1 season
Starring: Chris D'Silva, Tyson Kirk
Created by: Vivek Shraya
S1 E1 - The Popstar
In 1997 Edmonton, 15-year-old Vivek has never quite felt like he fit in but hearing a pop song leads to discovering his dream…and his voice.
Oct 13, 2023 • 9m
S1 E2 - The Judge
Like all pop icons, Vivek’s journey to superstardom starts at the mall!
Oct 13, 2023 • 10m
S1 E3 - The Producer
Vivek’s dream of pop stardom comes with a hefty price and a struggle to articulate his vision while working with a hotshot producer.
Oct 13, 2023 • 12m
S1 E4 - The Call
Vivek’s debut album gets him his ticket out of Edmonton! But first he needs to find a way to tell his mom he’s moving to Toronto.
Oct 13, 2023 • 8m
S1 E5 - The Manager
Are Vivek’s new manager’s industry know-how, connections, and guidance worth living with her mercurial mood swings and abusive behaviour?
Oct 13, 2023 • 7m
S1 E6 - The Sisters
Vivek takes control!
Oct 13, 2023 • 7m
S1 E7 - The Record Deal
After the Tegan and Sara tour, Vivek’s music career has accelerated to Paris and a French record label in 2006 – but do their plans align with Vivek’s dream?
Oct 13, 2023 • 11m
S1 E8 - The Failure
Her 40th birthday leads Vivek, now a successful author and creative writing teacher in Edmonton, to reflect on her failure as a popstar.
Oct 13, 2023 • 11m
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How to Fail as a Popstar
The story of Vivek, a queer brown boy from Edmonton as he tries (and fails) to achieve pop stardom, told from the perspective of the now 40-something trans femme artist that boy became.
Comedy • TV Series • 2023