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Wegmans Signature Tower, 12th Floor, E-12, Knowledge Park-III, Greater Noida-201308, India.

Festival Date: 2026-03-07 ,

Late Deadline: 2026-02-24

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STRIDE

Country : India
Language : TAMIL
Duration : 00h 37mins 33sec
Genre : DRAMA
Festival : 10th Indian World Film Festival-26
Award : Official Selection

Synopsis

STRIDE follows Vijay, a young locomotor user living with his ailing mother, as he struggles with his gender identity and transitions into a transgender person. Fear of social rejection and workplace discrimination prevents him from fully embracing his true self. As he navigates personal and professional challenges, Vijay realizes that authenticity is vital to his happiness. With the support of close friends and allies, he finds the courage to come out to his community and workplace. The film highlights the layered challenges faced by transgender persons with disabilities and underscores the importance of acceptance, inclusion, and resilience. Vijay’s journey ultimately inspires others to live boldly and pursue their dreams despite adversity.

Crew

Director
G Bhargava Rao
Producer
Madhavi Latha Prathigudupu
Writer
SS Umapathy
Cinematographer
Devaraj Pugazhenthi
Editor
K Vivek
Music Director
K M Rayan
Production Company
YWTC Charitable Trust

Cast

Lead Actor
Sai Krishna P
Supporting Actor
Shankar Kannan Manivanan Lokesh Vijay Saravanan
Supporting Actrees
Indumathi P Agasthya Chitra Sundari Supraja Negha

Trailer

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