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In popular media, the representation of kathoey has evolved significantly over the decades:

Unlike in many Western cultures where gender is strictly binary, Thai society often views gender as a continuum. This acceptance is partly attributed to Buddhist beliefs in reincarnation and karma, where being born as kathoey may be seen as a result of actions in a past life, leading to a more tolerant, if not always fully equal, societal view.