Nungshi Keithel
| Nungshi Keithel | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Mangal Chabungbam |
| Screenplay by | Ranjit Ningthouja |
| Story by | Ranjit Ningthouja |
| Produced by | Sunil Thokchom |
| Starring | Silheiba Ningthoujam Biju Ningombam |
| Cinematography | Regan Kh. |
| Edited by | Balli |
| Music by | Tony Aheibam Background Score: Tenao HD |
Production company | Ngangkhaleima Pictures |
| Distributed by | Ngangkhaleima Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 105 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (officially called Manipuri language) |
Nungshi Keithel (English: Romantic Market) is a 2021 Manipuri film directed by Mangal Chabungbam and produced by Sunil Thokchom under the banner of Ngangkhaleima Pictures.[1][2] It stars Silheiba Ningthoujam and Biju Ningombam in the lead roles.[3][4] The movie was released at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Palace Compound on 26 December 2021.[5] The film is an adaptation of Ranjit Ningthouja's famous Shumang leela Maogi Ebai. It was also screened at the Sangai Film Festival 2022, which was organised as a part of the Manipur Sangai Festival.[6][7][8][9]
Synopsis
[edit]The film sketches the love story of Leishemba Meitei and Rengamla Keishing that transcends religious, cultural, ethnic and geographical diversities.
Cast
[edit]- Silheiba Ningthoujam as Leishemba Meitei aka Yaima
- Biju Ningombam as Rengamla Keishing aka Lily
- Gurumayum Bonny as Amei Keishing
- Sushitra Wangkhem as Air Hostess, Leishemba's sister-in-law
- Medha Konthoujam as Amei Keishing's wife
- Idhou (Chakpram Rameshchandra) as Rengamla's father
- Ningthoujam Jayvidya as Leishemba's father
- Moirangthem Sunil Myboy as Michael
- Moirangthem Roshni as Mary
- Ibomcha as Meitankeishingbam Thoiba Meitei
Soundtrack
[edit]Tony Aheibam composed the soundtrack for the film and Mangal Chabungbam wrote the lyrics. The song is titled Poklubana.[10] The lyrics translation for the Tangkhul part was done by Guru Rewben Mashangva.[11]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Poklubana" | Mangal Chabungbam | Tony Aheibam | Nimshimphi Muivah, Arbin Soibam | 05:32 |
| Total length: | 5:32 | ||||
Accolades
[edit]| Award | Category | Winner's name | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022 | Best Actor in a Leading Role - Female | Biju Ningombam | [12][13] |
References
[edit]- ^ "List of feature films certified in 2021" (PDF). www.cbfcindia.gov.in. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "14th Manipur State Film Award, 2022 Winners announced - April 03 2022". e-pao.net. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "Governor distributes film awards". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "14th Manipur State Film Award: Eikhoigi Yum wins best feature film title". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "'Nungshi Keithel' feature film to be released at MeSo Tv app". Ukhrul Times. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "Sangai Film Festival opens; to screen 15 films". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "Sangai Film Festival 2022 underway". e-pao.net. Retrieved 8 October 2024 – via Chronicle News Service.
- ^ James Khangembam. "The Sangai Film Festival, 2022". e-pao.net. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "Sangai Festival 2022: Stage set for five-day free Sangai film festival". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "Poklubana - Arbin Soibam - Spotify". open.spotify.com. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ^ "Poklubana Official Song NUNGSHI KEITHEL - Silheiba & Biju - Nimshimphi Muivah & Arbin Soibam". Retrieved 8 October 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "In pics: Guv distributes 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022". www.eastmojo.com. 8 October 2024. 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 9 October 2024.