Story Overview
What this conversation explores.
In Episode 8 of Brokshi with Kencho (BWK), we sit down with Deki Lhamo, a Bhutanese actress whose journey takes us from the Bhutanese film industry to a new life in Australia.
Deki shares the story behind her decision to leave Bhutan and come to Australia in search of better opportunities not merely for herself, but also to support her family back home. She opens up about her journey into the film industry, the experiences that shaped her as an actress and the challenges of starting over in a foreign country.
One of the most emotional moments of the conversation comes when Deki reflects on taking up a cleaning job after arriving in Australia. As she speaks about her son who remains back home in Bhutan, the emotions become overwhelming, and she struggles to hold back her tears, a powerful reminder of the sacrifices many parents make in pursuit of a better future for their families.
Deki also shares her perspective on some of the challenges facing the Bhutanese film industry, including the need for greater support from the Bhutanese community. She discusses the importance of having more accessible platforms to screen Bhutanese movies and suggests that establishing a movie theatre in every district could help create more opportunities for filmmakers and audiences alike.
Despite dealing with the uncertainty and stress surrounding her current visa situation, Deki continues to carry herself with warmth, charm, a beautiful smile and an unmistakably positive spirit.
