Series·2023·1 season

How to Fail as a Popstar

Comedy

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.

Created by Vivek Shraya

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The PopstarE1 · 9 min

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.

The JudgeE2 · 10 min

Like all pop icons, Vivek’s journey to superstardom starts at the mall!

The ProducerE3 · 12 min

Vivek’s dream of pop stardom comes with a hefty price and a struggle to articulate his vision while working with a hotshot producer.

The CallE4 · 8 min

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.

The ManagerE5 · 7 min

Are Vivek’s new manager’s industry know-how, connections, and guidance worth living with her mercurial mood swings and abusive behaviour?

The SistersE6 · 7 min

Vivek takes control!

The Record DealE7 · 11 min

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?

The FailureE8 · 11 min

Her 40th birthday leads Vivek, now a successful author and creative writing teacher in Edmonton, to reflect on her failure as a popstar.