Oitharei
| Oitharei | |
|---|---|
Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Dinesh Naorem |
| Written by | Lambamayum Premchan |
| Produced by | Gibanlata Thokchom |
| Starring | Sanjuna Likmabam Sunny Naoshekpam Suraj Ngashepam |
| Cinematography | Joy Mekola |
| Edited by | Joy Mekola Colourist: Tarun Wang |
| Music by | Rahul Blue Background Score: Raju Mutum |
Production company | Kathe Films |
| Distributed by | Kathe Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 102 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (Manipuri) |
Oitharei (English: Help Me) is a 2024 Manipuri film[1]written by Lambamayum Premchan and directed by Dinesh Naorem.[2] The film is produced by Gibanlata Thokchom under the banner of Kathe Films and presented by Naorem.[3] Sanjuna Likmabam, Sunny Naoshekpam and Suraj Ngashepam star in the lead roles. The film was released at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS) on 3 January 2025. It was screened at the 2nd North East India Film Festival, Manipur 2025 under the competition section.[4][5][6]The film was certified "U" by CBFC.[1]
Plot
The film tells the story of Leima, one of the innocent victims of the ethnic conflict that broke out in the state of Manipur.
Cast
- Sanjuna Likmabam as Leima
- Sunny Naoshekpam as Sanajaoba, Leima's husband
- Suraj Ngashepam as Ngongo, Taxi driver
- Longjam Ongbi Lalitabi as Sanajaoba's mother
- Salam Manglembi as Sanarei
- Nandakumar Nongmaithem as Ngongo's brother-in-law
- Marry as Ngongo's sister
- Bidyarani as Tampha
- Ratan as Tampha's brother-in-law
- Susma as Tampha's sister-in-law
- Heikrujam Mangalleima
- Rozer
- Dolly
- Borni
Soundtrack
Rahul Blue composed the soundtrack for the film and Lambamayum Premchan and Dinesh Naorem wrote the lyrics.[7][8] Arbin Soibam and Kenedy Khuman are the playback singers of the songs.
Accolades
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd North East India Film Festival, Manipur | Best Feature Film | Producer: Gibanlata Thokchom Director: Dinesh Naorem |
Won | [9][10][11][12] |
| Best Cinematography | Joy Mekola | Won | ||
| 17th Manipur State Film Awards 2025 | Best Debut Film of a Director | Dinesh Naorem | Won | [13][14] |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role - Male | Suraj Ngashepam | Won | ||
| Best Screenplay (Original) | Lambamayum Premchan | Won | ||
| Best Music Director (Background score) | Raju Mutum | Won |
References
- ^ a b "Censor Certificate". Central Board of Film Certification. 24 December 2024. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ^ Bit Irom (February 2025). "Manipur: Three Assamese films selected for 2nd North East India Film Festival". Northeast Now. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Selected in-competition films for the 2nd North East India Flim Festival (NEIFF), 2025 announced". pothashang.in. 31 January 2025. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ Sentinel Digital Desk (February 2025). "Three Assamese Films Selected For Screening At 2nd North East India Film Festival In Manipur". The Sentinel. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "10 films in competition at 2nd edition of North East India Film Festival in Manipur". Northeast News. February 2025. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "2nd North East India Film Festival 2025 to Be Held in Imphal from February 12 to 16". Ukhrul Times. 16 December 2024. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Oitharei (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) MP3 Song". gaana.com. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Oitharei by Kenedy Khuman". www.jiosaavn.com. 3 January 2025. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Manipur: 2nd North East India Film Festival Concludes With Awards And Cultural Performances". Northeast Today. 17 February 2025. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
- ^ "Manipur: 2nd North East India Film Festival Concludes With Awards And Cultural Celebrations". The Sentinel. 17 February 2025. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
- ^ "NEIFF 2025 concludes: Samiran Deka, Bhaskar Jyoti Das win best director awards". Syllad. 17 February 2025. Retrieved 18 February 2025.
- ^ Bit Irom (18 February 2025). "Assamese, Manipuri films sweep top honours at 2nd NE India Film Festival". Northeast Now. Retrieved 18 February 2025.
- ^ "Debutant directors shine at 17th Manipur state film awards, Dr. Arambam Lokendra honoured". The Assam Tribune. 27 June 2025. Retrieved 27 June 2025.
- ^ "'Laangoi' adjudged best feature film, Dr A Lokendra honoured". The People's Chronicle. 27 June 2025. p. 3. Retrieved 27 June 2025.
External links
- "Oitharei - Official Trailer - Releasing on Jan 3, 2025". 25 December 2024. Retrieved 14 February 2025 – via YouTube.