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202421 minPGdocumentary

Amma's Pride

202421 minPGdocumentary

In a small town in South India, Valli supports her transgender daughter Srija as she navigates societal pressures and seeks state recognition for her marriage.

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In a small town in South India, Valli supports her transgender daughter Srija as she navigates societal pressures and seeks state recognition for her marriage.

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Valli supports her daughter Srija in a small town in South India. Srija, who is transgender, faces challenges as she falls in love and marries. The couple seeks recognition for their marriage from the state. Societal pressures threaten their relationship. Valli hopes for a solution as they navigate these obstacles. The documentary runs for 21 minutes and was released in 2024.

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