The 2026 New York Indian Film Festival will open with the BAFTA-winning Manipuri-language film "Boong" and feature a 4K-restored presentation of the Bollywood classic "Sholay."

BAFTA-Winning Director Lakshmipriya Devi On ‘Boong’: ‘Everyone Told Me Not To Make It’  Forbes

The Indian Express discusses whether the global applause received by 'Boong' will significantly benefit independent films.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi used social media to congratulate the Manipuri film "Boong" for winning the prestigious 'Best Children's & Family Film' title at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA).

The Manipuri film, backed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment, won the Best Children and Family Film award at BAFTA 2026

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The film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, is an emotional drama backed by Farhan Akhtar.

The shooting for 'Boong' in Moreh wrapped up barely a week before violence engulfed the township. Many who stood behind and before the camera are today internally displaced.

The young Kuki boy who played the titular character in the movie 'Boong' is currently focused on preparing for his Class 6 final exams, including a language test, in New Delhi.

While Robert Aramayo’s BAFTA Best Actor win for I, Swear surprised many, there was discussion before the awards that it could come to pass. Marty Supreme pitching a record-equalling shutout was anothe

The film 'Boong' has won a BAFTA award, bringing the emotional landscape of India's Northeast region to a global audience.

“The walk up till here felt like the last few steps to reach the summit of a mountain we never knew we were climbing in the first place. I just want to use this opportunity to say that we pray for pea

The film 'Boong', backed by Farhan Akhtar, has been awarded the Best Children’s & Family Film prize at the BAFTA 2026 awards ceremony.