2021 Indian film
| Larei Lathup | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam |
| Written by | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam |
| Produced by | Sanayai |
| Starring | Silheiba Ningthoujam Ithoi Oinam |
| Cinematography | Sanjoy Chingangbam |
| Edited by | Hei Sanjit |
| Music by | Nanao Sagolmang |
| Production company | Manira Movies |
| Distributed by | Ningthou Films |
| Release date |
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| Running time | 100 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (Manipuri) |
Larei Lathup is a 2021 Manipuri film written and directed by Ojitbabu Ningthoujam. It stars Silheiba Ningthoujam and Ithoi Oinam in the lead roles. The film was premiered at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS) on 13 November 2021. It was the opening film (fiction) at the Festival of Cinemas of Manipur 2022, a 15-day long multi-lingual film festival organised by MSFDS in April 2022.
Larei Lathup was also screened at the Sangai Film Festival 2022, organised as a part of the Manipur Sangai Festival.
Cast
- Silheiba Ningthoujam as Khoiraba
- Ithoi Oinam as Leirang
- Idhou as Elangbam Pheijao
- Lilabati Chanam as Shija
- Laishram Prakash as Shija's husband
- Prem Sharma as Maiba
- Lamnganbi Laishram
Soundtrack
AK Yangoi composed the soundtrack for the film and Ojitbabu Ningthoujam wrote the lyrics. The song is titled Urure Phajaba Maithong.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Urure Phajaba Maithong" | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | AK Yangoi | AK Yangoi | 04:46 |
| Total length: | 4:46 | ||||
Accolades
The film won 11 awards out of the 14 nominations at the 10th MANIFA 2022.
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14th Manipur State Film Awards 2022 | Best Feature Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment | Chandam Yaima Devi (Producer) Ojitbabu Ningthoujam (Director) |
Won | |
| 10th MANIFA 2022 | Best Feature Film | Chandam Yaima Devi (Producer) Ojitbabu Ningthoujam (Director) |
Won | |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role - Male | Silheiba Ningthoujam | Won | ||
| Best Direction | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Won | ||
| Best Story | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Won | ||
| Best Audiography | Hei Sanjit | Won | ||
| Best Costume | Galif Pa | Won | ||
| Best Background Score | Nanao Sagolmang | Won | ||
| Best Cinematography | Sanjoy Chingangbam | Won | ||
| Best Editing | Hei Sanjit | Won | ||
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Male | Chakpram Rameshchandra (Idhou) | Won | ||
| Best Child Artiste | Lamnganbi Laishram | Won | ||
| Best Actor in a Leading Role - Female | Ithoi Oinam | Nominated | ||
| Best Screenplay | Ojitbabu Ningthoujam | Nominated | ||
| Best Art Director | Hei Sanjit | Nominated |
See also
References
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