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Narthagi(2011)

6.5/10
Tamil121 mins

Narthagi (2011) is a 121-minute Tamil film directed by G. Vijayabathma. Starring Punnagai Poo Gheetha, Azhagu and Dr. Sharmila. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Narthagi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2011.

Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
14 May 2011
Director
G. Vijayabathma
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 1m
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

Kalki is a transgender woman. The story follows her journey from living as a boy to becoming a woman. It shows the personal losses she faces and her relationships with the people she loves.

A journey of love, loss, and becoming.

Film Details

6.5Rating
121Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date14 May 2011
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsNarthaki

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
identityfamilylovesurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film was based on the real-life story of transgender activist Kalki Subramaniam, who also played the lead role.
  • Director G. Vijayabathma made her directorial debut with this film after working as an assistant director for over a decade.
  • The movie was shot on a very low budget, primarily in and around Chennai, using many real locations for authenticity.
  • It was one of the earliest Tamil films to have a transgender protagonist played by a transgender actor, predating more mainstream portrayals.
  • The film's title 'Narthagi' translates to 'Dancer' in English, symbolizing the protagonist's grace and struggles.
  • Despite its sensitive subject, the film had a limited theatrical release and gained more attention through festival screenings.
  • The soundtrack was composed by Sathish Selvakumar, featuring folk-inspired melodies to match the film's earthy tone.

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