Meitan Araba is a 2019 Indian Meitei language film directed by Lukanand Kshetrimayum and written by Sen Sagolsem.[1] The film features Brahmacharimayum Dishiraj and Avi Khundrakpam in the lead roles. The film was certified in 2018 and released on 6 January 2019 at MSFDS (Manipur State Film Development Society), Palace Compound, Imphal.[2] The film earned 11 nominations at the 8th SSS MANIFA 2019, winning 7 awards including the Best Feature Film Award.[3][4]
| Meitan Araba | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Lukanand Kshetrimayum |
| Written by | Sen Sagolsem |
| Produced by | Kshetrimayum Bimal Singh |
| Starring | Brahmacharimayum Dishiraj Avi Khundrakpam |
| Cinematography | Irom Maipak |
| Music by | Tiken Takhellambam |
Production company | Rajkumari Kamalasana Films |
| Distributed by | Rajkumari Kamalasana Films |
Release date | 6 January 2019 |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meitei language (officially called Manipuri language) |
Cast edit
- Brahmacharimayum Dishiraj
- Avi Khundrakpam
- Abenao Elangbam
- Idhou
- Longjam Ongbi Lalitabi
- Takhellambam Lokendra
Accolades edit
Meitan Araba won the Best Feature Film award and many other awards at the 8th Sahitya Seva Samiti Awards (SSS MANIFA) 2019.[4]
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12th Manipur State Film Awards 2019 | Best Cinematography | Irom Maipak | Won |
| Best Feature Film - Debut | Director: Lukanand Kshetrimayum Producer: Ksh. Bimal Singh |
Won | |
| Best Child Artist | Brahmacharimayum Dishiraj | Won | |
| Best Supporting Actor - Male | Avi Khundrakpam | Won | |
| Special Jury Mention | Chakpram Rameshchandra (Idhou) | Won | |
| 8th SSS MANIFA 2019 | Best Feature Film | Director: Lukanand Kshetrimayum Producer: Ksh. Bimal Singh |
Won |
| Best Direction | Lukanand Kshetrimayum | Won | |
| Best Child Artist | Brahmacharimayum Dishiraj | Won | |
| Best Background Score | Tiken Takhellambam | Won | |
| Best Art Director | Rajkumari Kamalasana Films Studio | Won | |
| Best Cinematography | Irom Maipak | Won | |
| Best Screenplay | Sen Sagolsem | Won | |
| Best Playback Singer - Male | Huidrom Nowboy | Nominated | |
| Best Music Director | Tiken Takhellambam | Nominated | |
| Best Editing | Lukanand Kshetrimayum | Nominated | |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role - Male | Avi Khundrakpam | Nominated |
References edit
- ^ "Meitan Araba 2018 | A Film by Lukanand Kshetrimayum". Mami Taibang.
- ^ "Meitan Araba - Premiere Show". allevents.in.
- ^ "SSS Manipuri Film Award Meitan Araba takes away top prizes – Manipur News".
- ^ a b "SSS Manipuri Film Award : Meitan Araba takes away top prizes : 12th feb19 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net.