By Shishir Prashant 
PrashantNews
Boong, a Manipuri movie, has bagged the prestigious British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) award.
In London, BAFTA on Sunday announced Boong as the winner in the Children’s & Family Film category at the EE BAFTA Film Awards.
Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi and produced by Farhan Akhtar, Boong first drew attention after its world premiere at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival. The story follows a young boy in a Manipuri village living with his single mother after his father, Joykumar, mysteriously disappears. Determined to give his mother “the best gift ever”, the boy sets out with a friend to search for his missing father, forming the emotional heart of the film.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated all those associated with the film ‘BOONG’ for winning award in the Children’s & Family Film category at the EE BAFTA Film Awards.
Modi said that this achievement is a moment of immense joy, especially for Manipur. The Prime Minister added that the award also highlights the immense creative talent present in the nation.
Responding to the X post of BAFTA about above mentioned announcement, Modi said “Congratulations to all those associated with this film. This is indeed a moment of immense joy, especially for Manipur. It also highlights the immense creative talent in our nation.”