Srija, a transgender woman and university student, lives in Thoothukudi, India with her brother and mother, Valli, both of whom are accepting of her gender identity. Srija falls in love with Arun, a cisgender man, and defiantly marries him amidst significant public attention. However, this shocks Arun’s family, who refuse to accept their union. Faced with the pain of familial rejection, yet aware of the many heartbreaks within the trans community, Arun stands firm in his commitment to Srija. Srija and Arun’s attempts to register their marriage are repeatedly denied, leading them to file a public interest litigation, fighting not only for their rights but also for the rights of the broader trans community. Their bravery pays off with a landmark victory in the Madras High Court, making Srija the first trans woman in Tamil Nadu, India, to have her marriage legally registered.
This legal win is a momentous milestone but results in a series of obstacles. Arun loses his job. Stressed, Arun begins relying heavily on alcohol, causing major strains to his marriage with Srija. Under familial pressure, Arun is forced to move back in with his family, with the intention of divorce. Srija is torn, wrestling with the dilemma of whether she can persevere through these trials to complete her education. Heartbroken and feeling hopeless, Srija attempts to end her life, but with Valli as a pillar of unwavering hope, Srija holds on. Valli clings to the dream that despite all odds, her daughter will find everlasting joy and fulfillment in her life. That is the journey of the film.