KALARI KID is a moving and visually powerful portrait of female self-empowerment, social transformation and solidarity. In India, a land of spirituality and beauty, young women show us how they are driving social change: with self-confidence and courage. Set against the fascinating backdrop of India, the film paints a portrait of Arushi, Milena and Dr Binny, who are shaping the future across cultural, religious and social boundaries. With great power, they show the world how a peaceful community can be built through solidarity. At the heart of the story are nine-year-old Arushi and 21-year-old Milena. With the help of Kalaripayattu, the world’s oldest martial art, they develop physical and mental strength and fight for a self-determined life. In a country where violence against women is a daily reality in many places, they become symbolic figures of a new generation that questions traditional gender roles and forges its own path.