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'''Pooja Sharma Rekha''' Pooja Sharma, also known as Pooja Sharma Rekha<ref name=14">{{cite web |title=Rekha के नाम से मशहूर हैं लोकल ट्रेनों की Pooja Sharma, जानें वजह |url=https://www.newsnationtv.com/photos/entertainment/pooja-sharma-of-local-trains-is-popularly-known-as-rekha-2940.html |website=News Nation |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>hails from a modest family in a small village near Kolkata. Despite being assigned male at birth, Pooja displayed a preference for feminine activities from an early age, leading to feelings of isolation. She faced various difficulties, including instances of assault and discrimination, which deeply affected her childhood.<ref name="1&quot;">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="2&quot;">{{cite web |title=Meet Pooja Sharma Rekha, The Transgender Dancing Queen |url=https://theglobalhues.com/meet-pooja-sharma-rekha-the-transgender-dancing-queen/ |website=The Global Hues |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="3&quot;">{{cite web |title=Mumbai’s local train sensation Pooja Sharma Rekha is a force to reckon with |url=https://www.socialnationnow.com/mumbais-local-train-sensation-pooja-sharma-rekha-is-a-force-to-reckon-with |website=Social Nation |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DkHDrXxZWk Brut India - Meet Pooja Sharma: The Rekha Of Mumbai Local][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ax4957zUY0 Josh Talks - How Mumbai Locals Made Me Rekha Maa | Pooja Sharma | LGBTQ India | Josh Talks]</ref><ref name="4&quot;">{{cite web |title=ट्रांसजेंडर पूजा को मुंबई लोकल ट्रेन ने कैसे बना दिया रेखा?; कभी चलते-चलते लोग चॉकलेट देते थे और गंदी हरकतें करते थे |url=https://www.bhaskar.com/db-original/news/mumbai-transgender-pooja-sharma-rekha-mumbai-local-trains-journey-struggle-story-129992604.html |website=Dainik Bhaskar |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="5&quot;">{{cite web |title=Pooja Sharma Rekha TRANSGENDER OF MUMBAI |url=https://www.indiaspeakersbureau.in/speakers/pooja-sharma-rekha/ |website=ISB |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>
'''Pooja Sharma Rekha''' Pooja Sharma, also referred to as "Junior Rekha"<ref name=14">{{cite web |title=Rekha के नाम से मशहूर हैं लोकल ट्रेनों की Pooja Sharma, जानें वजह |url=https://www.newsnationtv.com/photos/entertainment/pooja-sharma-of-local-trains-is-popularly-known-as-rekha-2940.html |website=News Nation |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>Pooja, also referred to as "Junior Rekha" due to her resemblance to Bollywood actress Rekha in both style and appearance, has garnered widespread recognition and anticipation among passengers traveling on the 7:40 Churchgate-to-Virar ladies' express train. Initially mistaken for a participant in a Bollywood shoot, Pooja is now warmly welcomed by passengers who eagerly gather around her upon her arrival. In a gesture of appreciation, passengers hurriedly offer her one rupee coins, as she only requests this nominal amount per passenger as part of her responsibilities. Fondly known by various endearing nicknames such as "One Rupee Deedi," "Pooja Ma," and "Positive," Pooja's foremost concern lies in ensuring the happiness of those around her.


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After relocating to Mumbai, Pooja initially explored different ways to support herself, including seeking alms at traffic intersections. However, she later found her calling entertaining passengers on local trains with her dancing skills and blessings, earning the affectionate nickname "Junior Rekha."<ref name="1&quot;">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>
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<ref name="1&quot;">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="2&quot;">{{cite web |title=Meet Pooja Sharma Rekha, The Transgender Dancing Queen |url=https://theglobalhues.com/meet-pooja-sharma-rekha-the-transgender-dancing-queen/ |website=The Global Hues |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="3&quot;">{{cite web |title=Mumbai’s local train sensation Pooja Sharma Rekha is a force to reckon with |url=https://www.socialnationnow.com/mumbais-local-train-sensation-pooja-sharma-rekha-is-a-force-to-reckon-with |website=Social Nation |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DkHDrXxZWk Brut India - Meet Pooja Sharma: The Rekha Of Mumbai Local][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ax4957zUY0 Josh Talks - How Mumbai Locals Made Me Rekha Maa | Pooja Sharma | LGBTQ India | Josh Talks]</ref><ref name="4&quot;">{{cite web |title=ट्रांसजेंडर पूजा को मुंबई लोकल ट्रेन ने कैसे बना दिया रेखा?; कभी चलते-चलते लोग चॉकलेट देते थे और गंदी हरकतें करते थे |url=https://www.bhaskar.com/db-original/news/mumbai-transgender-pooja-sharma-rekha-mumbai-local-trains-journey-struggle-story-129992604.html |website=Dainik Bhaskar |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="5&quot;">{{cite web |title=Pooja Sharma Rekha TRANSGENDER OF MUMBAI |url=https://www.indiaspeakersbureau.in/speakers/pooja-sharma-rekha/ |website=ISB |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>


Pooja's performances on the train gained attention from commuters and social media users, resulting in a significant following on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. Drawing inspiration from Bollywood stars such as Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, and Rekha, Pooja became a symbol of beauty and grace in her own right.
== Early life ==
Pooja Sharma, also known as Pooja Sharma Rekha, originates from a middle-class family in a small village near Kolkata. Despite being assigned male at birth, Pooja exhibited a preference for feminine activities from an early age, resulting in social alienation. She encountered numerous challenges, including instances of sexual assault and societal discrimination, which significantly impacted her childhood.<ref name=1">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>


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Despite her rising fame, Pooja faced societal prejudice and a lack of acceptance, enduring ridicule and derogatory remarks. This highlights the ongoing challenges encountered by transgender individuals in Indian society.<ref name="1&quot;">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="6&quot;">{{cite web |title=Pooja Sharma Rekha respond to Bigg Boss 18 |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/videos/entertainment/tv/interviews/pooja-sharma-rekha-respond-to-bigg-boss-18-offer-says-jaldi-pata-chal-jaaega-video-108144231 |website=Times Now |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="7&quot;">{{cite web |title=ट्रांसजेंडर पूजा के कोलकाता से मुंबई लोकल ट्रेन की रेखा तक का सफर क्यों है खास, जानें यहां |url=https://mpbreakingnews.in/entertainment/pooja-sharma-rekha-in-mumbai-local-train-the-journey-of-transgender-pooja-is-so-special-mps |website=MP Breaking News |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="8&quot;">{{cite web |title=This Transwoman From Mumbai Who Dresses Up As Rekha Is Now An Internet Sensation |url=https://www.mensxp.com/entertainment/bollywood/86048-transwoman-pooja-sharma-is-now-an-internet-sensation.html |website=Mens Xp |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="9&quot;">{{cite web |title=कौन हैं मुंबई लोकल की 'Rekha' Pooja Sharma? जिन्हें देखते ही लोग कर बैठते हैं प्यार |url=https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/entertainment/bollywood/know-about-kinnar-pooja-sharma-who-is-compared-to-actress-rekha/892668 |website=Zee News |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref> <ref name="1&quot;">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="10&quot;">{{cite web |title=Bigg Boss 18: ਬਿੱਗ ਬੌਸ 18 ਲਈ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਕੰਟੈਸਟੈਂਟ ਹੋਇਆ ਫਾਈਨਾਲ! ਜਾਣੋ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ ਇਹ ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਸਟਾਰ |url=https://punjabi.abplive.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-18-first-contestant-as-transgender-pooja-sharma-rekha-know-the-salman-khan-show-bb18-782359 |website=Abp Punjab |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="11&quot;">{{cite web |title=I Dance in Mumbai Local Trains – Pooja Sharma ‘Rekha’ |url=https://www.afternoonvoice.com/i-dance-in-mumbai-local-trains-pooja-sharma-rekha.html |website=Afternoon Voice |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="12&quot;">{{cite web |title=The dancing girl of the Ladies' Special Mumbai Local |url=https://lifeandmore.in/life-style/art-artists/transgender-dancer-pooja-sharma/ |website=Life And More |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="13&quot;">{{cite web |title=Pooja Sharma Rekha: पूजा रेखा शर्मा ठरणार Bigg Boss 18 ची पहिली स्पर्धक? |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/photo-gallery/entertainment/pooja-sharma-rekha-will-be-bigg-boss-season-18-contestant-know-more-in-marathi-news-1261500 |website=ABP News |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>
== Life-changing encounter ==
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As Pooja matured, solace awaited her within the transgender community. Eventually, she accepted an invitation from acquaintances to relocate to Mumbai. This transition marked a pivotal moment in her life, providing a profound sense of belonging and acceptance within the community.<ref name=1">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>

== Transition to Mumbai life ==

Upon arriving in Mumbai, Pooja initially explored various means of livelihood, which included begging at traffic signals. However, she eventually discovered her niche by entertaining passengers on local trains with her dancing skills and blessings, earning her the endearing nickname "Junior Rekha."<ref name=1">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=6">{{cite web |title=Pooja Sharma Rekha respond to Bigg Boss 18 |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/videos/entertainment/tv/interviews/pooja-sharma-rekha-respond-to-bigg-boss-18-offer-says-jaldi-pata-chal-jaaega-video-108144231 |website=Times Now |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=7">{{cite web |title=ट्रांसजेंडर पूजा के कोलकाता से मुंबई लोकल ट्रेन की रेखा तक का सफर क्यों है खास, जानें यहां |url=https://mpbreakingnews.in/entertainment/pooja-sharma-rekha-in-mumbai-local-train-the-journey-of-transgender-pooja-is-so-special-mps |website=MP Breaking News |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=8">{{cite web |title=This Transwoman From Mumbai Who Dresses Up As Rekha Is Now An Internet Sensation |url=https://www.mensxp.com/entertainment/bollywood/86048-transwoman-pooja-sharma-is-now-an-internet-sensation.html |website=Mens Xp |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=9">{{cite web |title=कौन हैं मुंबई लोकल की 'Rekha' Pooja Sharma? जिन्हें देखते ही लोग कर बैठते हैं प्यार |url=https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/entertainment/bollywood/know-about-kinnar-pooja-sharma-who-is-compared-to-actress-rekha/892668 |website=Zee News |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>

==Social media stardom==

Pooja's captivating performances on the train captured the attention of commuters and social media users alike. Her popularity surged, resulting in a substantial following on platforms such as Instagram and YouTube. Drawing inspiration from Bollywood icons like Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, and Rekha, Pooja emerged as a symbol of beauty and grace in her own right.<ref name=1">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=10">{{cite web |title=Bigg Boss 18: ਬਿੱਗ ਬੌਸ 18 ਲਈ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਕੰਟੈਸਟੈਂਟ ਹੋਇਆ ਫਾਈਨਾਲ! ਜਾਣੋ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ ਇਹ ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਸਟਾਰ |url=https://punjabi.abplive.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-18-first-contestant-as-transgender-pooja-sharma-rekha-know-the-salman-khan-show-bb18-782359 |website=Abp Punjab |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=11">{{cite web |title=I Dance in Mumbai Local Trains – Pooja Sharma ‘Rekha’ |url=https://www.afternoonvoice.com/i-dance-in-mumbai-local-trains-pooja-sharma-rekha.html |website=Afternoon Voice |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=12">{{cite web |title=The dancing girl of the Ladies' Special Mumbai Local |url=https://lifeandmore.in/life-style/art-artists/transgender-dancer-pooja-sharma/ |website=Life And More |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=13">{{cite web |title=Pooja Sharma Rekha: पूजा रेखा शर्मा ठरणार Bigg Boss 18 ची पहिली स्पर्धक? |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/photo-gallery/entertainment/pooja-sharma-rekha-will-be-bigg-boss-season-18-contestant-know-more-in-marathi-news-1261500 |website=ABP News |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>

==Struggles with identity==

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Despite her newfound fame, Pooja grappled with societal prejudice and a lack of acceptance. She endured ridicule and was often referred to derogatorily, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by transgender individuals in Indian society.<ref name=1">{{cite web |title=Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha |url=https://intoamillion.com/2024/02/29/yes-she-is-different-by-winning-the-hearts-of-many-with-her-optimistic-smile-pooja-sharma-rekha/#:~:text=She%20is%20the%20brand%20ambassador,%2C%20events%2C%20and%20Instagram%20personalities. |website=intoamillion |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=10">{{cite web |title=Bigg Boss 18: ਬਿੱਗ ਬੌਸ 18 ਲਈ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਕੰਟੈਸਟੈਂਟ ਹੋਇਆ ਫਾਈਨਾਲ! ਜਾਣੋ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ ਇਹ ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਸਟਾਰ |url=https://punjabi.abplive.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-18-first-contestant-as-transgender-pooja-sharma-rekha-know-the-salman-khan-show-bb18-782359 |website=Abp Punjab |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=11">{{cite web |title=I Dance in Mumbai Local Trains – Pooja Sharma ‘Rekha’ |url=https://www.afternoonvoice.com/i-dance-in-mumbai-local-trains-pooja-sharma-rekha.html |website=Afternoon Voice |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=12">{{cite web |title=The dancing girl of the Ladies' Special Mumbai Local |url=https://lifeandmore.in/life-style/art-artists/transgender-dancer-pooja-sharma/ |website=Life And More |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref><ref name=13">{{cite web |title=Pooja Sharma Rekha: पूजा रेखा शर्मा ठरणार Bigg Boss 18 ची पहिली स्पर्धक? |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/photo-gallery/entertainment/pooja-sharma-rekha-will-be-bigg-boss-season-18-contestant-know-more-in-marathi-news-1261500 |website=ABP News |access-date=28 April 2024}}</ref>


== References ==
== References ==

Revision as of 13:28, 29 April 2024

Pooja Sharma Rekha
File:Pooja Sharma Rekha Phto.jpg
Born
Kolkata, India
OccupationInfluencer
Known forShe looks like Bollywood actress Rekha in her style

Pooja Sharma Rekha Pooja Sharma, also known as Pooja Sharma Rekha[1]hails from a modest family in a small village near Kolkata. Despite being assigned male at birth, Pooja displayed a preference for feminine activities from an early age, leading to feelings of isolation. She faced various difficulties, including instances of assault and discrimination, which deeply affected her childhood.[2][3][4][5][6][7]

After relocating to Mumbai, Pooja initially explored different ways to support herself, including seeking alms at traffic intersections. However, she later found her calling entertaining passengers on local trains with her dancing skills and blessings, earning the affectionate nickname "Junior Rekha."[2]

Pooja's performances on the train gained attention from commuters and social media users, resulting in a significant following on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. Drawing inspiration from Bollywood stars such as Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, and Rekha, Pooja became a symbol of beauty and grace in her own right.

Despite her rising fame, Pooja faced societal prejudice and a lack of acceptance, enduring ridicule and derogatory remarks. This highlights the ongoing challenges encountered by transgender individuals in Indian society.[2][8][9][10][11] [2][12][13][14][15]

References

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  2. ^ a b c d "Yes, She is different by winning the hearts of many with her optimistic smile : Pooja sharma Rekha". intoamillion. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  3. ^ "Meet Pooja Sharma Rekha, The Transgender Dancing Queen". The Global Hues. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  4. ^ "Mumbai's local train sensation Pooja Sharma Rekha is a force to reckon with". Social Nation. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  5. ^ Brut India - Meet Pooja Sharma: The Rekha Of Mumbai LocalJosh Talks - How Mumbai Locals Made Me Rekha Maa | Pooja Sharma | LGBTQ India | Josh Talks
  6. ^ "ट्रांसजेंडर पूजा को मुंबई लोकल ट्रेन ने कैसे बना दिया रेखा?; कभी चलते-चलते लोग चॉकलेट देते थे और गंदी हरकतें करते थे". Dainik Bhaskar. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  7. ^ "Pooja Sharma Rekha TRANSGENDER OF MUMBAI". ISB. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  8. ^ "Pooja Sharma Rekha respond to Bigg Boss 18". Times Now. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  9. ^ "ट्रांसजेंडर पूजा के कोलकाता से मुंबई लोकल ट्रेन की रेखा तक का सफर क्यों है खास, जानें यहां". MP Breaking News. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  10. ^ "This Transwoman From Mumbai Who Dresses Up As Rekha Is Now An Internet Sensation". Mens Xp. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  11. ^ "कौन हैं मुंबई लोकल की 'Rekha' Pooja Sharma? जिन्हें देखते ही लोग कर बैठते हैं प्यार". Zee News. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  12. ^ "Bigg Boss 18: ਬਿੱਗ ਬੌਸ 18 ਲਈ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਕੰਟੈਸਟੈਂਟ ਹੋਇਆ ਫਾਈਨਾਲ! ਜਾਣੋ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ ਇਹ ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਸਟਾਰ". Abp Punjab. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  13. ^ "I Dance in Mumbai Local Trains – Pooja Sharma 'Rekha'". Afternoon Voice. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  14. ^ "The dancing girl of the Ladies' Special Mumbai Local". Life And More. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  15. ^ "Pooja Sharma Rekha: पूजा रेखा शर्मा ठरणार Bigg Boss 18 ची पहिली स्पर्धक?". ABP News. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
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