Amidst the headlines and rumors, Megan you stud is ready to share her side of the story. The new documentary, In his own wordspremieres October 31 on Prime Video and will give fans an unfiltered look at the woman behind the iconic character. Known for her bold and fierce presence in the music industry, she now invites her audience to bear witness to her life from a more vulnerable perspective.

Directed by Nneka Onuorahthe documentary delves into Megan’s journey, filled with intense highs and equally significant lows. From his meteoric rise in 2019 with “Big Ole Freak” to personal tragedies and public attention, In his own words chronicles the artist’s determination to overcome his challenges and take control of his own narrative.

“I was really tired of people telling my story for me, giving their own voice to my life, and I wasn’t doing it,” Megan told ESSENCE. “So I really wanted to give people a real insight into what I was actually experiencing in real time.” This feeling sets the tone of the documentary, which Megan sees as an opportunity to dismantle the facade created by others and reveal her true self.

Onuorah, who has already carried out projects like Lizzo Watch Out for Big Grrrlsbrings a vérité approach to the film, allowing audiences to follow Megan through her real-world experiences without the filter of staged interviews. “It’s not a bunch of people sitting in a chair talking about her,” she explains. “I did this specifically because I want to show the process of finding the power within.” The documentary captures not only famous moments in the Texas rapper’s career, but also the moments of introspection and resilience that made her the woman and musician she is today.

The documentary charts Megan’s rise from Houston to international fame, as well as the challenges she faced along the way. After the release of Fever and her now-iconic “Hot Girl Summer,” Megan continued to soar, eventually winning a GRAMMY for herself.”Savage» remix with Beyoncé. Yet his public success was overshadowed by profound personal losses, including the deaths of his mother and great-grandmother. “I was really emotional thinking about how sad I was at the time,” Megan shared, “but it made me happy to know that I got through that part and now I’m here.” This perseverance, demonstrated in his triumphs and trials, forms the backbone of the story.

Recognizing Megan’s passion for anime, Onuorah creatively integrated animation to symbolize Megan’s inner struggles, providing a visual representation of her psychological struggles. “Everything that was internal to Megan’s story, I told through the anime,” Onuorah explains. “Not only because she loves anime, but because I felt like we could really get a sense of what was going on in the subconscious underneath.”

In addition to chronicling Meg’s success, the documentary addresses the intense public attention she faced, particularly following the 2020 shooting incident with rapper Tory Lanez. For Onuorah, her subject’s journey represents the broader struggle of women, particularly black women, to have their voices recognized. “The feminist in me wanted to give Megan a safe space to be there,” she notes. “Often women’s voices are silenced in this misogynistic world, and I feel like my goal is to amplify women’s voices.”

Megan also hopes viewers will see her story as a call for empathy and humanity. “I hope people learn to be kinder.” I hope people learn to treat others better,” she shared, expressing her hope that the documentary inspires viewers to see beyond her public image and recognize her humanity. In his own words is a testament to the TSU graduate’s unique journey, a chronicle of triumphs and challenges that reveal her strength and authenticity. It’s a story not only of fame but also of resilience, showing that, as Megan says: “I am human. Stop talking to me like I don’t.

As audiences prepare to witness this highly anticipated release, Onuorah’s vision offers a critical message. “I hope people take away from this documentary that they should speak out when they feel silenced and that the power is within them,” she says. “And Megan is a perfect example of that.”