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I Am Not He... She

Lingadevaru’s unforgettable drama, based on an empowering true story of a young boy who travels to Bangalore to follow his dream of becoming a woman.

Drama 2015 108 mins Not rated

Director: B.S. Lingadevaru

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Overview

Madesha is a fearless young boy from rural Karnataka who cherishes his female persona and gorgeous saris. After his father throws him out, Madesha sets out on a journey that will change his life forever as he decides to become a woman. In big-city Bangalore he seeks the support of the Hijra community (eunuchs and transgender people) and begins his transformation into a new life. Lingadevaru’s unforgettable drama is based on an empowering true story.

Director

B.S. Lingadevaru

Featuring

Sanchari Vijay , Kunal Punekar and Sumithra

Genres

Drama

Certificate

Not rated

Country

India

Language

Kannada with English subtitles

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