Apaiba Leichil Explained

Apaiba Leichil
Director:Bobby Wahengbam
Producer:Wahengbam Tomba
Hanjabam Sobhananda Sharma
Bobby Wahengbam
Screenplay:Bobby Wahengbam
Manorama Meinam
Story:Rajmani Ayekpam
Starring:Arun Yumnam
Bishesh Huirem
Music:Jeetenkumar Naorem
Kokobi
Cinematography:Irom Maipak
Bobo
Devdharshan
Tomal
Editing:R.K. Lalmani
Studio:Third Eye
Runtime:109 minutes
Country:India
Language:Meitei language (officially called 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 mni|Nupi Sabis|[[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

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]

AwardCategoryWinner's nameResult
14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022Best ActorBishesh Huirem
Best EditorR.K. Lalmani
Special MentionBobby Wahengbam
5th Sailadhar Baruah Film Awards 2023Jury Special Mention Bishesh Huirem

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Manipur Film Awards: Bishesh Huirem becomes first transgender to win best actor award. 3 May 2022. Indian Express. 9 April 2022 .
  2. Web site: Being transgender is not a choice Manipur actor recalls journey to recognition. 3 May 2022. www.zee5.com. 25 April 2022 .
  3. News: Acclaimed Manipuri actress Bishesh Huirem opens up about being transgender, says it is not a choice. 3 May 2022. Times of India. 25 April 2022 .
  4. Web site: Governor distributes film awards. 3 May 2022. The Sangai Express.
  5. Web site: Bishesh Huirem becomes first transgender to be honoured with state film award. 3 May 2022. Imphal Free Press.
  6. Web site: Manipur actor Bishesh Huirem recalls journey to recognition: 'Being transgender is not a choice'. 3 May 2022. www.firstpost.com. 25 April 2022 .
  7. Web site: 14th Manipur State Film Award, 2022 Winners announced - April 03 2022. 3 May 2022. e-pao.net.
  8. Web site: 14th Manipur State Film Awards conferred, Governor vows possible support for Cinema's growth. 3 May 2022. nenow.in. 9 April 2022 .
  9. Web site: Apaiba Leichil. 15 April 2023. The Sangai Express.
  10. Web site: Bishesh Huirem Becomes First Transgender To Win Best Actor In Manipur Film Awards. Ratika Rana. 3 May 2022. 11 April 2022 .
  11. Web site: In pics: Guv distributes 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022. 3 May 2022. www.eastmojo.com. 9 April 2022 .
  12. Web site: 14th Manipur State Film Award: Romi Meitei's 'Eikhoigi Yum' Wins Best Feature Film, Bishesh Huirem Wins Best Actor (Transgender). 3 May 2022. hynews.in.
  13. Web site: Manipur Film Awards: Bishesh Huirem becomes first transgender to win best actor award. 3 May 2022. urimuri.com.

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