Boong

Manipuri guitarist and teacher Chongtham Vikram Singh died after an alleged assault outside his Delhi home. His death has triggered outrage in the Northeast community and demands for a swift investigation.

Powerful films from the region are finally getting the attention they deserve in India and beyond, overcoming funding roadblocks

Boong emerged as one of the top winners at the New York Indian Film Festival 2026, taking three awards. The result added to the Manipuri film's BAFTA milestone and underscored its continued international recognition.

Lakshmipriya Devi's Boong became the first Manipuri film to earn over Rs 1 crore in India. The film was theatrically released on March 6.

Fresh off a BAFTA win, Manipuri film Boong gets a theatrical rerelease. Writer-director Lakshmipriya Devi Kumar hopes Indian audiences will take to the film

Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi shared that she would break down every time she saw the footage, which is why the post-production saw a delay. She also spoke about the film winning an award at BAFTA.

Boong re-releases in theatres on March 6 and this is a chance for cinephiles to give the film its due. The movie, which recently won the BAFTA Award for Best Children’s & Family Film, is more than just a children's film. At a time when loud storytelling is often confused with meaningful filmmaking, Boong stands out for its warmth and sincerity.

The Manipuri-language film Boong, written and directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, prepares for its theatrical release on March 6, 2026, following a historic BAFTA award win. The film follows a young boy’s heartfelt adventure to reunite his family.

Farhan Akhtar announced the theatrical release date of his BAFTA-winning Manipuri film Boong. The Lakshmipriya Devi directorial won the award in Best Children's and Family Film category.

Producer Ritesh Sidhwani said that the BAFTA win of Manipuri film Boong marked a historic moment for Indian cinema. The film recently won Best Children's and Family Film at the 79th British Academy Film Awards.

The historic win of Lakshmipriya Devi's Manipuri film Boong at BAFTA was celebrated by Amul with a creative special topical ad.

Hema Malini called Dharmendra's BAFTA recognition "heartening" in an interview. The 79th BAFTA ceremony highlighted India's achievements, with Boong winning Best Children’s and Family Film.

Boong, a Manipuri-language feature film, recently won Best Children's and Family Film at the 79th British Academy Film Awards. While the film has earned international recognition, audiences in India are still waiting for its release on streaming platforms.

Manipuri film Boong made history by winning the BAFTA for Best Children's and Family Film. This victory highlights the rise of regional Indian cinema on the global stage. Here's all you need to know about the film.

Prime Minister Modi congratulated the team of Manipuri film Boong on its historic BAFTA win, celebrating it as a proud moment for Manipur and Indian cinema.

Lakshmipriya Devi's Boong received the Best Children’s and Family Film honour at the BAFTA Awards. Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur voiced strong support for the film and highlighted its distinction among this year’s winners.

The Manipuri-language film Boong has won the BAFTA Award for Best Children and Family Film. It marked the only Indian win at the 79th British Academy Film and Television Arts Awards in London.

Boong became the first Indian film to win a BAFTA in the Best Children’s and Family Film category. Several celebrities including Karan Johar, Kangana Ranaut, Shekhar Kapur, Dia Mirza and Siddharth congratulated director Lakshmipriya Devi and the team on social media.

Alia Bhatt made her BAFTA 2026 red carpet debut in a silver gown. Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi, producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar also graced the event.

Alan Cumming halted the BAFTAs after an unexpected on-air outburst. Here’s what unfolded inside London’s Royal Festival Hall.