Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna, is set to present his second directorial titled `Barefoot Empress`, the poster of which was unveiled by Khanna during an event in Mumbai on Friday. The documentary narrates the inspirational story of Kerala`s legendary Karthyayani Amma. It captures her undying spirit and rock-hard determination as she sets her feet firmly on a path to pursue higher education and clears her 4th grade exams at the age of 96. Amma dreams of studying up to grade 10.

Shedding light on the story, Vikas said in a statement: "`Barefoot Empress` is a story that will inspire viewers. It will make them believe in themselves and motivate them to work hard so that they achieve anything that they wish for. This is a story of courage and perseverance, it shows how age is just a number, and one who is determined to achieve his/her dream will do it regardless of the barriers."