Khullaksha
| Khullaksha | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Satyajit BK |
| Written by | Satyajit BK |
| Produced by | Barun Elangbam |
| Starring | Bobo Ningthoukhongjam Ballondy Yumnam Melory Wahengbam Laitomsha |
| Cinematography | Tarun Wang Arun Moirangthem |
| Edited by | Biju |
| Music by | Tenao HD |
Production company | Pibarel Films |
| Distributed by | Soraren Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 107 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (Manipuri) |
Khullaksha is a 2022 Manipuri film written and directed by Satyajit BK and produced by Barun Elangbam under the banner of Pibarel Films.[1] It stars Bobo Ningthoukhongjam, Ballondy Yumnam, Melory Wahengbam and Laitomsha in the lead roles.[2] The film was released at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Palace Compound, Imphal on 4 June 2022.[3][4]
About
[edit]The film is based on crime against women and domestic violence and its effect on society.
Cast
[edit]- Bobo Ningthoukhongjam
- Laitomsha as Chingsang
- Melory Wahengbam as Laija
- Gurumayum Priyogopal
- Ballondy Yumnam as Wanglen
- Prasanta Oinam as Wanglen's friend
- Prem Sharma
- Heisnam Geeta as Laija's mother
- Billa Ngathem as Langlen
Soundtrack
[edit]Tenao HD composed the soundtrack for the film and Satyajit BK wrote the lyrics. The song is titled Sabi Manja Pamuba.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Sabi Manja Pamuba" | Satyajit BK | Tenao HD | Sorri Senjam, Pushparani Huidrom | 06:11 |
| Total length: | 6:11 | ||||
Accolades
[edit]The film won three awards at the 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023.[5][6]
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023 | Best Supporting Actor - Female | Melory Wahengbam | Won | [7][8] |
| Best Cinematography | Tarun Wang | Won | ||
| Best Music Direction (Background Score) | Tenao HD | Won | ||
| 11th MANIFA 2023 | Best Background Score | Tenao HD | Won | [9][10][11] |
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Female | Heisnam Geeta | Nominated | ||
| Best Lyricist | Satyajit BK for the song "Sabi Manja Pamuba" | Nominated | ||
| Best Editing | Biju Kshetri | Nominated | ||
| Best Make-Up | Amakcham Joshila | Nominated | ||
| Best Audiography | Punil Hiyang | Nominated | ||
| Best Choreography | Menaka Thiyam | Nominated | ||
| Best Direction | Satyajit BK | Nominated | ||
| Best Feature Film | Producer: Elangbam Barun Director: Satyajit BK |
Nominated |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "'15th Manipur State Film Awards held". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "15th Manipur State Film Award 2023 Results November 14, 2023 - Manipur State Film Development Society, MSFDS". e-pao.net. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Preview show of 'Khullaksha' held". e-pao.net. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Manipur State Film Awards declared; M Nilamani wins Lifetime Achievement Award". thenortheastaffairs.com. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "'Eigi Nupi Tamnalai' wins best feature film award, 'I Hanughaoga (Let me Return)' bags best dialect film MSFDS declares winners of 15th State Film Awards". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Winners of 15th Manipur State Film Award 2023 Award declared". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "'Eigi Nupi Tamnalai' sweeps top honors clinching best feature film award at 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023". www.indiatodayne.in. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Manipur: 90-yr-old filmmaker receives Lifetime Achievement Award". www.eastmojo.com. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "MANIFA 2023: 'Akangba Nachom' wins Best Feature Film". e-pao.net. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "11th MANIFA-2023 on March 25". e-pao.net. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Akangba Nachom awarded best film of the year". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 26 October 2024.