Rini leh Rina

Rini leh Rina
Film poster
Directed byDrew Pachuau
Written bySamuel L. Pachuau
Produced byIn-House Production
StarringFrancis Malsawmdawngkima
Sangsangi
Esther Zongte
CinematographyDrew Pachuau
Edited byDrew Pachuau
Production
companies
In-House Production
Lailen Consulting Pvt. Ltd
Distributed byLersia Play
Release date
  • 19 January 2024 (2024-01-19)
Running time
115 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageMizo

Rini leh Rina (English: Rini and Rina) is a 2024 Indian Mizo romantic drama film directed by Drew Pachuau and produced by In-House Production. The film stars Francis Malsawmdawngkima and Sangsangi.[1] A Hindi remake titled Yaad is currently under production.[2]

Premise

The film follows two sisters, Rini and Rina, whose close relationship is tested by personal choices, misunderstandings and hardships. As tensions develop between them, they confront their differences and rediscover the familial bond that once held them together.

Cast

  • Francis Malsawmdawngkima
  • Sangsangi
  • Esther Zongte
  • Lalzawmsanga
  • Alli Sandra Lalrinhluii
  • Sanghmingthangi

Production

Filming took place in Thenzawl, Serchhip, Hualngohmun, Aizawl and Sialsuk.[3]

Release

On 19 January 2024, the film was released digitally on Lersia Play.[4]

Accolades

Year Award Category Recipient Result Ref.
2024 Mizo Film Awards 2024 Best Actress Sangsangi Won [5]

Remake

In March 2026, Drew Pachuau confirmed that a remake is officially in development. The Hindi-language remake, titled Yaad, is being developed by In-House Production and J&R Production, with Drew Pachuau directing. The adaptation will feature minor changes for Hindi-speaking audiences. Filming is planned across Assam and other parts of Northeast India, while post-production is expected to take place in Mumbai.

The film has an estimated budget of up to ₹1 crore, which would make it the highest-budgeted film produced in Mizoram. The film would also become the first Mizo-produced film to receive a nationwide theatrical release in India, followed by an OTT release.[6]

References

  1. ↑ "'Rini leh Rina' January 19-ah tlangzarh dawn". Vanglaini. 12 January 2024. Retrieved 11 July 2026.
  2. ↑ "In-House Production-in Hindi film siam dawn". Vanglaini. 14 March 2026. Retrieved 11 July 2026.
  3. ↑ "Rini leh Rina: January 19-ah tlangzarh dawn". www.zalen.in. 5 January 2024. Retrieved 11 July 2026.
  4. ↑ "Rini leh Rina". Lersia Play. Retrieved 11 July 2026.
  5. ↑ "3rd Mizo Film Award 2024 : Best Film 'Thih leh Dam'". Vanglaini. 2 December 2024. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
  6. ↑ "Mizoram to Mainstream: Drew Pachuau Set to Direct First Mizo-Made Hindi Feature Film 'YAAD'". The Mizos. 14 March 2026. Retrieved 11 July 2026.