Nakamh-Riangsuanneic Explained

Nakamh-Riangsuanneic is a 2021 Indian Rongmei language film directed by Kachangthai Gonmei and produced by Hornbill Entertainment Production. The film stars Kachangthai Gonmei and Achingna Kamei in the lead role and premiered at International Folklore film festival in Payyanur, India. It was one of the only 2 films from Manipur to receive Central Board of Film Certification in the year 2020.^{[1] [2] [3]}

Premise

The film is based on the folklore of the Rongmei Naga community in Northeast India, tells the story of an orphan named Nikamh who falls in love with Riangsuanneic, daughter of a rich man in Makuilongdi village.

Cast

• Kachangthai Gonmei
• Achingna Kamei
• Lambi Rongmei
• Ahiambung

Production

The movie was shot in Tamenglong district of Manipur and Cachar district of Assam.

Release

The film was released officially in the year 2021 and has been screened regularly across India.

Accolades

Year	Award	Category	Recipient	Result
2021	International Folklore film festival	Best film	Kachangthai Gonmei	[4]
2022	Prag Cine Awards	Best film Northeast	Kachangthai Gonmei
		Best Director North East	Kachangthai Gonmei
		Best Actor North East	Kachangthai Gonmei	[5]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Manipur's Rongmei film selected for International Folklore film festival . Assam Tribune . 24 June 2022.
2. Web site: First Rongmei film in International Folklore film festival . Eastern Mirror . 24 June 2022.
3. Web site: Rongmei film Nakamh-Riangsuanneic selected in International Folklore film festival . Imphal Free Press . 24 June 2022.
4. Web site: First Rongmei film in International Folklore film festival . UNI India . 24 June 2022.
5. Web site: Kachangthai wins accolades . Epao . 24 June 2022.