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Manipuri Film 'Boong' Sweeps NYIFF Awards
2 Jun
Summary
- Manipuri film 'Boong' won three awards at NYIFF 2026.
- The film previously won a BAFTA for Best Children's and Family Film.
- NYIFF 2026 concluded May 31, celebrating Indian independent cinema.
The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) 2026 concluded on May 31, with the Manipuri film 'Boong' emerging as a major winner. This BAFTA-winning film took home three awards, including Best Debut Film, Best Director for Lakshmipriya Devi, and Best Child Actor for Gugun Kipgen. 'Boong' had previously made history by winning the BAFTA award for Best Children's and Family Film in February 2026.
The four-day festival, held from May 28 to May 31, celebrated Indian independent cinema, showcasing films across 15 languages. The event emphasized the increasing prominence of regional storytelling in contemporary Indian cinema. This year's festival included numerous narrative features, documentaries, and shorts, alongside a special LGBTQ shorts program.
Other notable awards at NYIFF 2026 included Best Film for 'Baksho Bondi' and Best Actor for Nikhil Yadav. The festival, presented by the Indo-American Arts Council (IAAC), serves as a vital platform for independent filmmakers, reinforcing its role in amplifying distinctive voices within Indian cinema on a global stage.
