A groundbreaking cinematic endeavor, ‘Taali’, directed by Ravi Jadhav, will showcase the remarkable life of Indian transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant. National Award-winning director Ravi Jadhav, along with writer Kshitij Patwardhan, is set to bring Sawant’s struggles, resilience, and advocacy for trans rights to the big screen. The film stars the acclaimed actress Sushmita Sen in the lead role as Sawant, whose performance has been teased in recent footage. The teaser reveals powerful dialogues, highlighting Sawant’s quest for self-respect, societal respect, and liberation.
Born in Pune, Sawant defied societal norms by leaving home during her teenage years to pursue her path. In 2000, she founded the Sakhi Char Chowghi Trust, an NGO dedicated to counseling and promoting safe practices for the transgender community. In 2014, Sawant made history by being the first transgender activist to advocate for adoption rights for her community in the Supreme Court. She also played a significant role in the landmark case that led to the Supreme Court recognizing transgender people as the third gender.
The film marks Sushmita Sen’s noteworthy comeback, following her critically acclaimed role as Aarya in the Disney+ Hotstar thriller series. Despite facing health challenges during the shooting of Aarya Season 3, Sen has bounced back and is now part of this impactful project.
‘Taali’ promises to be a pivotal film, shedding light on the struggles and milestones of India’s transgender rights movement, through the lens of Shreegauri Sawant’s extraordinary journey.
Set to stream on JioCinema on August 15, 2023, this Independence Day, audiences can celebrate by discovering the story of this unsung heroine and her unwavering pursuit of equality and recognition.
