Ka Chithi

Ka Chithi
Poster
Directed by	Simi Khongtiang
Written by	Simi Khongtiang
Screenplay by	Simi Khongtiang Kamki Diengdoh Julius L. Basaiawmoit
Produced by	Fourness Dhar Cornelia Dkhar
Starring	Asunta Papang Ekratia Khongtiang
Cinematography	Kamki Diengdoh
Edited by	Kamki Diengdoh
Music by	Augustine Kurbah & Arshan Joel (Music & background score) Julius L. Basaiawmoit (Sound) Debajit Gayan (Sound design & mixing)
Production companies	AntHill Productions State of Mind Productions
Release date	7 May 2024 (2024-05-07) (Shillong)
Running time	107 minutes
Country	India
Language	Jaintia

Ka Chithi (English: The Letters) is a 2024 Jaintia drama film directed by Simi Khongtiang. ^{[1] [2]} It was showcased at the 15th Bengaluru International Film Festival 2024. ^{[3] [4]} The film got official selections at the 16th Habitat Film Festival, 1st North East India Film Festival, Manipur and 2nd Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival. ^{[5] [6]}

The film was premiered at Soso Tham Auditorium in Shillong on 7 May 2024. ^[7]

Plot

The film tells the story of Darika, a 14 year old girl living with her grandparents. She is burdened with questions about her life that she cannot find answers to. As she tries to hunt for her answers from those close to her, she's shut down from all quarters, which is until she finds the letters. It might be the answers to everything she has ever wanted to know.

Cast

• Asunta Papang
• Ekratia Khongtiang
• Elizer Bareh
• Petros Rymbai
• Some Mary Dkhar
• Korbarlang J. Syiemlieh

Accolades

Award	Category	Winner's name	Result	Ref.
Prag Cine Awards 2024	Best Director	Simi Khongtiang	Won	[8]

References

1. "Screening of Jaintia film 'Ka Chithi' from May 7". Meghalaya Monitor. 2 May 2024. Retrieved 13 March 2025.
2. "Jaintia film 'Ka Chithi' to be showcased at Bengaluru International Film Festival". The News Mill. 19 February 2024. Retrieved 13 March 2025.
3. "Jaintia film 'Ka Chithi' all set to be screened at 15th Bengaluru International Film Festival". Hub News. 19 February 2024. Retrieved 13 March 2025.
4. "'Ka Chithi' to be showcased at Bengaluru International Film Festival". Ukhrul Times. 19 February 2024. Retrieved 13 March 2025.
5. "Ka Chithi - The Letters". www.habitatworld.com. Retrieved 13 March 2025.
6. Navin Upadhyay (27 January 2025). "Imphal Film Festival Unveils Diverse Lineup with 57 Films, Showcasing Manipuri Classics". powercorridors.in.
7. "Jaintia Film "Ka Chithi" to Premiere in Shillong, Following National Success". Hub News. 2 May 2024. Retrieved 13 March 2025.
8. "Jaintia film "Ka Chithi" to premiere in Shillong following national success". www.syllad.com. 2 May 2024. Retrieved 13 March 2025.