Khejdi Screening: Shrutika Arjun, Reva Kaurase & Others Attend Special Screening Of Aashiesh Sharrma’s Film

The special screening of Aashiesh Sharrma’s film Khejdi turned into a packed celebrity gathering, drawing strong support from the television and digital entertainment community. Shrutika Arjun, Jigyasa Singh, Vikrant Singh Rajpoot, Reva Kaurase, Archana Taide, Akshara Singh, Paritosh Tripathi, Parveen Singhal and Aashiesh Sharrma attended, lending visibility to the film and its subject.

Aashiesh Sharrma leads the cast in Khejdi, playing a transgender character for the first time in a screen career. Along with appearing on camera, Aashiesh also works behind the scenes as writer and producer, which makes the film a deeply personal venture. Viewers know Aashiesh from shows such as Siya Ke Ram, Chandragupta Maurya and Rangrasiya.

Khejdi film international acclaim and festival screening journey

Before this special screening, Khejdi had already built a strong reputation on the international festival circuit. The film premiered at events including the NYC South Asian Film Festival, the Texas South Asian Film Festival and the Mexico International Film Festival. It has played at more than 20 festivals, reaching audiences in over 40 countries and generating sustained media interest.

Industry observers point out that this wide festival exposure has made Khejdi one of the most discussed independent Indian films in recent months. Continuous selections across regions have helped position the project as a serious cinematic effort, rather than a niche release. The global reception has also encouraged more viewers to look for the film on digital platforms.

Khejdi film release details and creative team

For Indian audiences, Khejdi is currently available on the Stage app, which is owned by Parveen Singhal. The film comes from Aashiesh Archana Creations, with Aashiesh Sharrma and Archana Taide driving the creative vision as creators, writers and producers. Direction is by Rohit Dwivedi, who brings together the performance-driven script and intimate visual style.

Key festival appearances for Khejdi and the scale of its reach so far can be summarised as follows:

Festival Name	Type	Geographical Reach
NYC South Asian Film Festival	Premiere / International Festival	United States
Texas South Asian Film Festival	International Festival	United States
Mexico International Film Festival	International Festival	Mexico
Other global festivals	20+ combined	40+ countries worldwide

At the special screening, the atmosphere reflected both celebration and thoughtful engagement. Guests were seen in long conversations about the film’s subject, often emphasising the sensitivity of its portrayal. Many interacted with the cast and crew, congratulating Aashiesh Sharrma and the team for presenting a story that explores identity with care.

Celebrity attendees also praised the way Khejdi balances emotional storytelling with a socially relevant narrative. The warm camaraderie at the venue, along with the visible appreciation for cinema with substance, suggested strong word-of-mouth potential. For many present, the event felt less like a typical preview and more like a shared moment for meaningful content.

With critical attention from international festivals, support from well-known television faces and availability on the Stage app, Khejdi has already secured notable momentum. The special screening highlighted growing curiosity among viewers, while also underlining the commitment of its makers to telling a challenging story with honesty and care.