Apaiba Leichil
| Apaiba Leichil | |
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Manipuri language ) |
Apaiba Leichil (Flurry Clouds) is a 2021 Indian Meitei language film directed by Bobby Wahengbam.[1] It is jointly produced by Wahengbam Tomba, Hanjabam Sobhananda (Bung) Sharma and Bobby Wahengbam under the banner of Third Eye Productions.[2] The film is based on the short story Nungshibagi Saklon (Nungsitombi) by Rajmani Ayekpam. It stars Bishesh Huirem and Arun Yumnam in the lead roles.[3][4][5] The film won three awards at the 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022.[6][7][8] It got official selections at the 18th International Film Festival of Thrissur 2023, Kerala Kashish International Queer Film Festival 2023, Mumbai.[9]
The film shows the conditions of the Nupi Sabis (Meitei for 'transgender people') in Manipur. It shows one Nupi Sabi becoming popular in the Shumang Kumhei troupe but whether the popularity of Nupi Sabis is related to their personal romantic life and social outlook is not properly known.
Cast
- Yumnam Arun
- Bishesh Huirem
- Naoba
- Laimayum Nirmala
- Jenny
- Rohit
- Heisnam Geeta
- Nonglen Luwang
- Reshmina
Accolades
Bishesh Huirem bagged the Best Actor Award at the 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022.[10][11] With this, Huirem became the first transgender person to win the award.[12][13]
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022 | Best Actor | Bishesh Huirem | Won |
| Best Editor | R.K. Lalmani | Won | |
| Special Mention | Bobby Wahengbam | Won | |
| 5th Sailadhar Baruah Film Awards 2023 | Jury Special Mention | Bishesh Huirem | Won |
See also
References
- ^ "Manipur Film Awards: Bishesh Huirem becomes first transgender to win best actor award". Indian Express. 9 April 2022. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "Being transgender is not a choice Manipur actor recalls journey to recognition". www.zee5.com. 25 April 2022. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "Acclaimed Manipuri actress Bishesh Huirem opens up about being transgender, says it is not a choice". Times of India. 25 April 2022. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "Governor distributes film awards". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "Bishesh Huirem becomes first transgender to be honoured with state film award". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "Manipur actor Bishesh Huirem recalls journey to recognition: 'Being transgender is not a choice'". www.firstpost.com. 25 April 2022. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "14th Manipur State Film Award, 2022 Winners announced - April 03 2022". e-pao.net. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "14th Manipur State Film Awards conferred, Governor vows possible support for Cinema's growth". nenow.in. 9 April 2022. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "Apaiba Leichil". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 15 April 2023.
- ^ Ratika Rana (11 April 2022). "Bishesh Huirem Becomes First Transgender To Win Best Actor In Manipur Film Awards". Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "In pics: Guv distributes 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022". www.eastmojo.com. 9 April 2022. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "14th Manipur State Film Award: Romi Meitei's 'Eikhoigi Yum' Wins Best Feature Film, Bishesh Huirem Wins Best Actor (Transgender)". hynews.in. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ "Manipur Film Awards: Bishesh Huirem becomes first transgender to win best actor award". urimuri.com. Retrieved 3 May 2022.[permanent dead link]