‘Boong’ Triumphs At BAFTA; PM Modi Calls It Proud Moment For Manipur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to congratulate the Manipuri film Boong for winning the prestigious Best Children’s & Family Film award at the 79th British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards.

In his message posted on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister extended his congratulations to the entire team associated with the film.

He described the achievement as a moment of immense joy, particularly for Manipur, and highlighted the vast creative talent present across the nation.

Boong competed against international titles such as Arco, Lilo & Stitch and Zootropolis 2, securing a landmark win for regional Indian cinema.

Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, the film follows a boy’s quest to reunite his family amid tensions in Manipur. It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival to critical acclaim.

BAFTA shared a video of the director’s emotional acceptance speech, which she began with ‘Kurumjari’.

She thanked the BAFTA jury for showing ‘big love’ to what she described as a very small film. Calling the project a homage to her homeland, she emphasised that Manipur remains a troubled, often ignored and underrepresented region of India.

Using the global stage, the filmmaker prayed for peace in Manipur.

The BAFTA win not only celebrates cinematic excellence but also shines a spotlight on India’s North-East.

The Prime Minister hailed it as a reflection of the nation’s artistic depth, with Boong placing Manipuri cinema firmly on the global map.

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