Hanir

The story of a young rural girl who, along with other girls of her age, works to harvest the leaves of the henna trees on her father’s land. While cutting the branches one day, she accidentally cuts her finger and a drop of blood falls onto the leaves and turns them red. Her mother, who is aware of the curative properties of the henna leaf, beats the leaves and applies them to Hina’s wound to heal it. The incident sparks a curiosity in Hina, who starts to learn more about the traditional medicinal uses of henna. The documentary explores the cultural and historical significance of henna, its use in traditional medicine, and its role in modern beauty practices. It also sheds light on the challenges faced by rural communities in preserving traditional knowledge and practices in the face of modernization.