The Boy & the Bindi is a 2016 children's picture book by Vivek Shraya and illustrated by Rajni Perera.

The School Library Journal in a review of The Boy & the Bindi wrote "Shraya (God Loves Hair) makes her picture book debut with gentle rhymes and warm whimsy, amplified by Toronto artist Perara’s richly hued illustrations.

The author, a transgender woman, deftly explores difference and self-acceptance, the subversion of gender expectations, and the power of “making sure I don’t hide/Everything I am inside.”"[1] and Booklist stated "Suitable as a gentle introduction to Hindu culture, this simple reflection will complement multicultural collections.

The beautiful and detailed illustrations, such as those of Ammi's traditional dress and jewelry, provide additional cultural context.

"[2] CM: Canadian Review of Materials was concerned with the apparent awkwardness of the rhyming text but commended the illustrations.