Eigi Nupi Tamnalai is a 2024 Manipuri film written and directed by Ojitbabu Ningthoujam.[1][2] It stars Silheiba Ningthoujam, Gepelina Mayanglambam and Ithoi Oinam in the lead roles. The film was premiered at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Palace Compound, Imphal on 12 July 2024. It was also theatrically released on 24 August 2024 at Kumecs Cinema, Kakwa.[3]
| Eigi Nupi Tamnalai | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam |
| Written by | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam |
| Produced by | Sanayai |
| Starring | Silheiba Ningthoujam Gepelina Mayanglambam Ithoi Oinam |
| Cinematography | Sanjoy Chingangbam |
| Edited by | Hei Sanjit |
| Music by | Rahul Blue |
Production company | MR Movies |
| Distributed by | MR Movies |
Release date |
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Running time | 105 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (Manipuri) |
About
editThe movie is based on the core theme of environmental protection.
Cast
edit- Silheiba Ningthoujam
- Gepelina Mayanglambam
- Ithoi Oinam
- Idhou
- Modhubala Thoudam
Soundtrack
editRahul Blue composed the soundtrack for the film and Ranjit Ningthouja and Ojitbabu Ningthoujam wrote the lyrics. The songs are titled Nungshi Maithong Lotlambi and Umangna Eikhoigi Thawaini.
Accolades
editThe film won the Best Feature Film Award at the 15th Manipur State Film Awards.[4][5]
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023 | Best Feature Film | Producer: Chandam Yaima Devi Director: Ojitbabu Ningthoujam |
Won | [6][7] |
| Best Direction | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Won | ||
| Best Screenplay | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Won | ||
| Best Choreography | Babycha Salam | Won | ||
| Best Editing | Khundrakpam Sanjit | Won | ||
| Best Special Effect | Lairenlakpam Mohendro Khumbongmayum Ishomani Singh |
Won | ||
| Best Lyricist | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam for the song "Umangna Eikhoigi Thawaini" | Won | ||
| 11th MANIFA 2023 | Best Story | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Won | [8][9][10] |
| Best Costume Designer | Bimol Taorem | Won | ||
| Best Lyricist | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam for the song "Umangna Eikhoigi Thawaini" | Won | ||
| Best Music Director | Rahul Blue | Won | ||
| Best Choreography | Babycha Salam | Won | ||
| Best Playback Singer - Female | Loijingkhombi Thongam for the song "Umangna Eikhoigi Thawaini" | Nominated | ||
| Best Playback Singer - Male | Umananda Maibam for the song "Nungsi Maithong Lotlambi" | Nominated | ||
| Best Audiography | Hei Sanjit | Nominated | ||
| Best Cinematography | Sanjoy Chingangbam | Nominated | ||
| Best Background Score | Nanao Sagolmang | Nominated | ||
| Best Art Director | Hei Sanjit | Nominated | ||
| Best Screenplay | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Nominated | ||
| Best Direction | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Nominated | ||
| Best Feature Film | Producer: Yaima Chandam Director: Ojitbabu Ningthoujam |
Nominated |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "'Eigi Nupi Tamnalai' sweeps top honors clinching best feature film award at 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023". www.indiatodayne.in. 14 November 2023. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "'Eigi Nupi Tamnalai' wins best feature film award, 'I Hanughaoga (Let me Return)' bags best dialect film MSFDS declares winners of 15th State Film Awards". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "Eigi Nupi Tamnalai (2024) - Movie - BookMyShow". in.bookmyshow.com. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "'15th Manipur State Film Awards held". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "15th Manipur State Film Award 2023 Results November 14, 2023 - Manipur State Film Development Society, MSFDS". e-pao.net. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "Manipur: 90-yr-old filmmaker receives Lifetime Achievement Award". www.eastmojo.com. 16 November 2023. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "Manipur State Film Awards declared; M Nilamani wins Lifetime Achievement Award". thenortheastaffairs.com. 14 November 2023. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "MANIFA 2023: 'Akangba Nachom' wins Best Feature Film". e-pao.net. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "11th MANIFA-2023 on March 25". e-pao.net. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "Akangba Nachom awarded best film of the year". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 26 October 2024.