In "A Paragon” Maliha Abidi presents a captivating portrait of a South Asian woman where you are invited to the conversation to recognition the pressures faced, and the resilience held by women in meeting societal expectations. "A Paragon" poignantly prompts viewers to reflect on the hidden struggles behind perceived perfection and invites a reevaluation of the true essence of individual strength and identity within the confines of societal norms. Abidi’s piece explores themes of identity, societal pressures, resilience, and the contrast between expectations imposed and inner emotions.