In the video, we see a touching portrayal of a father grappling with the challenges of embracing his transgender daughter’s transition. However, by the conclusion of the advertisement, he demonstrates his acceptance by ordering a beverage under her new name. Starbucks India shared the video on Twitter with the accompanying message: “Your name is a reflection of your true self, whether it’s Arpit or Arpita. At Starbucks, we celebrate and embrace your individuality, because being genuine is of utmost importance to us. #ItStartsWithYourName.”
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