A Birthday, A Dhavani Mishap & The Beautiful Souls I Met During Gangamma Jatara

Some years give us memories.
Some years give us transformation.
And then there are those rare years that quietly touch our heart in ways we can never forget.

For me, this year has been exactly that — a beautiful journey filled with emotions, laughter, divine blessings, unexpected moments, and the warmth of wonderful people.

Like every year, I celebrated my birthday with my extended family — my dear friends from Tirupati who have been part of my crossdressing journey for many years now. Every time I meet them, it feels less like friendship and more like coming home to people who truly understand me without judgment.

And honestly, what more can a person ask for?

Preparing for Gangamma Jatara – The Excitement Begins

Gangamma Jatara is not just a festival for me.
It is emotion.
It is devotion.
It is freedom.

This year, I was extra excited because I had planned something special for the celebrations. I went shopping and bought three beautiful Kanchivaram pattu half sarees. The colors, the patterns, and the elegance of silk felt absolutely magical. I immediately gave them to my tailor for stitching, and thankfully, the fittings came out perfect.

There is something incredibly joyful about preparing outfits as a woman. Selecting fabrics, matching colors, imagining the final look — every small detail becomes part of the happiness.

But there is one thing I still struggle with even after years of crossdressing…

Saree and Half Saree Pleats!

No matter how experienced I become with makeup or styling, pleats somehow continue to challenge me every single time.

My makeup usually gets done in just 15–20 minutes. Dressing up takes another 10 minutes. But arranging the pleats properly? That alone can easily take another 10–15 minutes along with a lot of patience and silent prayers!

After struggling for a while, I somehow managed to set the shoulder pleats of my dhavani (voni), got ready, and went to Subhamasthu Shopping Mall along with my sister to buy sarees that we wanted to offer to Mother Goddess Gangamma as part of the Jatara rituals.

Little did I know that a memorable incident was waiting for me there!

The Dhavani Disaster in the Middle of the Mall

Usually, I secure my outfit using safety pins. But this time, I decided to try a different type of pin.

Big mistake!

While shopping in the crowded mall, suddenly the pin came loose… and within seconds, my dhavani slipped off completely.

For a moment, I froze.

There were more than 50 women around me, all busy shopping, and I genuinely felt as if I was standing half-dressed in the middle of the store. My mind went blank. I didn’t know whether to panic, laugh, cry, or disappear!

But life has a beautiful way of sending angels exactly when we need them.

That angel for me was Madhavi, a salesgirl in the store.

The moment she understood what had happened, she immediately stepped in to help me. With years of experience in draping sarees and half sarees for customers, she very calmly and confidently fixed my dhavani perfectly.

And the best part?

She made the whole situation feel completely normal.

• No awkwardness.
• No judgment.
• No unnecessary attention.
• Just kindness.

I smiled, adjusted myself, and behaved as if nothing unusual had happened. Slowly, I relaxed and even started laughing about the incident.

Later, we took selfies together, and interestingly, a few elderly women who were nearby also joined us. Some of them even helped me fast-track the billing process and requested selfies with me too.

That moment touched my heart deeply.

Learning to Live the Moment Instead of Capturing It

There was a time when I constantly wanted to take photos of every look, every outfit, and every event.

But recently, something inside me has changed.

I no longer feel the urge to document every single moment on my phone or camera. Instead, I have started enjoying the experience itself — the conversations, the emotions, the smiles, the chaos, the blessings, and the little memories that quietly stay in the heart forever.

Not every beautiful moment needs to live on a memory card.
Some memories deserve to live only within us.

And honestly, those are often the most special ones.

The Beautiful Souls I Met During Gangamma Jatara

One of the things I love most about Gangamma Jatara is that it connects me with people from completely different walks of life.

People I may never have met otherwise.

And this year, I met some truly inspiring souls.

Meeting Simmy – A Woman Helping Crossdressers Step Into Confidence

During the Jatara, I met Simmy from @crossdressing_makeover .

She is a wonderful woman from Ahmedabad who has been helping and supporting many closet crossdressers through her makeover services. For many people, stepping out in public for the first time as their feminine self can be emotionally overwhelming and frightening.

But people like Simmy create safe spaces where transformation becomes joyful instead of scary.

This was actually the second time I met her during Gangamma Jatara, and just like before, her warmth and positive energy made me feel comfortable instantly.

If you are someone exploring your feminine side and looking for a supportive makeover experience, I genuinely recommend checking out her work. More than makeup, she gives confidence.

And that is priceless.

Meeting My Soul Sister – Supriya From Bangalore

Another beautiful meeting during this journey was with my soul sister, Ms. Supriya, a talented makeup artist from Bangalore.

I had spoken with her many times over phone calls earlier, and even through conversations, I could sense how caring and compassionate she was towards crossdressers.

But meeting her in person felt even more special.

The most heartwarming part is that not only she, but even her family is extremely supportive of the crossdressing community. That kind of acceptance and kindness is something truly rare and beautiful.

Due to a small communication gap, she had visited Bhimas along with her family late in the evening after the Jatara hoping to meet me, but unfortunately I was staying somewhere else at that time.

So the next day, I personally went to meet her and her family.

And I’m so glad I did.

Her smile instantly makes people feel comfortable. She has a very warm, positive aura around her. And when it comes to male-to-female transformation makeup, she is genuinely talented.

Please do check out her Instagram page:

@mas.makeovers

Her creativity, enthusiasm, and willingness to try new styles honestly surprised me in the best way possible.

More Than Makeup, More Than Dressing Up

People often think crossdressing is only about clothes, makeup, or appearance.

But for many of us, it is also about:

• Self-expression
• Emotional freedom
• Friendship
• Acceptance
• Spirituality
• Finding people who see us for who we truly are

Gangamma Jatara gives me all of that every single year.

And this year was no different.

It gave me laughter.
It gave me unforgettable moments.
And most importantly, it gave me beautiful human connections.

Stay Tuned for Part 2…

The journey doesn’t end here!

In Part 2, I’ll share:

• My experience trying the makeup of Godha Devi
• Doing makeup for someone else
• Fun moments with Tirupati local celebrity Tulasi
• And many more unforgettable memories from the Jatara

Trust me… the story gets even more interesting from here 😊

I Would Love to Hear From You ❤️

Have you ever experienced an embarrassing moment in public that later became a beautiful memory?

Or have you ever met strangers who unexpectedly restored your faith in humanity?

Please share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below. I would genuinely love to read them.

P.S: Disclaimer: This blog post is purely based on my personal experiences, emotions, and memories during Gangamma Jatara 2026. The thoughts, incidents, and interactions shared here reflect my own journey of self-expression, spirituality, friendship, and feminine identity.