Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty! Teaser Unveils Emotional Ballroom Drama Starring Rinko Kikuchi

Sony Pictures Classics has officially unveiled the first teaser trailer for the indie drama sensation Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty!, offering audiences a vibrant and emotional glimpse into Tokyo’s competitive ballroom dance world. Led by acclaimed actress Rinko Kikuchi, the film blends romance, grief and self-discovery against the dazzling backdrop of dance culture.

The story follows Haru, also known as Ha-Chan, and her partner Luis, who are passionate competitors in Tokyo’s ballroom dance scene. Their lives are shattered after a devastating tragedy pushes Haru into deep isolation and emotional withdrawal. Struggling with grief, she distances herself from the dance world she once loved and cuts herself off from those closest to her.

Things begin to change when Haru’s friends encourage her to return to the dance studio. There, she encounters a charismatic new instructor named Fedir, played by Alberto Guerra. As the two grow closer, Haru finds herself caught between lingering pain and the possibility of emotional healing through connection, passion and dance.

The teaser has already caught attention online for its colourful visuals, emotionally charged atmosphere and stylish ballroom choreography. Rinko Kikuchi’s transformation into the lively and glamorous Ha-Chan, complete with a bold curly hairstyle and expressive performance style, has become one of the standout talking points among early viewers.

The film also stars Alejandro Edda, Yoh Yoshida, Damián Alcázar and Japanese actress You in key roles. The ensemble cast adds an international flavour to the emotionally layered narrative.

Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty! is directed by Japanese-Polish-American filmmaker Josef Kubota Wladyka, known for his visually distinctive storytelling style. The screenplay has been co-written by Nicholas Huynh and Josef Kubota Wladyka, with the film aiming to balance emotional depth with energetic dance-driven sequences.

Fans of indie cinema are already calling the project one of the most intriguing international dramas arriving later in 2026. With themes of loss, love, healing and artistic passion, the film promises an emotionally rich experience wrapped in vibrant dance culture and heartfelt performances.