Manipuri-language film Boong won the Best Children’s & Family Film category at the 2026 BAFTA Awards.
The Manipuri-language film Boong won the Best Children’s & Family Film award at the BAFTA Awards 2026. This happened in London on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
Director Lakshmipriya Devi made her feature debut with the film. Producers include Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. Boong beat strong international films like Zootopia 2, Lilo & Stitch, and Arco. It is the first Indian film to win in this BAFTA category.
The film is a coming-of-age story set in Manipur. It follows a young boy searching for his missing father. No official quote from the team was given in the provided content. This win marks a historic moment for Indian regional cinema on the global stage. Fans and audiences can expect more attention on Manipuri and Northeast Indian stories after this award.
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