Enakta Leiringei
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Premchand Lambamayum
Soma Laishram
| Enakta Leiringei | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Manoranjan Longjam |
| Written by | Anil Longjam |
| Produced by | Ironball Team Premchand Lambamayum |
| Starring | Kaiku Rajkumar Soma Laishram |
| Cinematography | Regan Khangembam |
| Edited by | Premananda Nongthombam |
Production company | Anil Longjam Productions |
| Distributed by | Ironball |
Release date |
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Running time | 134 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (Manipuri) |
Enakta Leiringei (English: When You're Near Me) is a 2017 Manipuri film directed by Manoranjan Longjam.[1][2] It stars Kaiku Rajkumar and Soma Laishram in the lead roles.[3] Enakta Leiringei got Best Feature Film award at the 11th Manipur State Film Awards 2018.[4] It was released at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Palace Compound, on 28 October 2017.[5] It had its regular theatrical screenings at Usha Cinema, Paona Bazar in July 2018.
Khaba and Thoinu met on their journey to Jiribam, and the series of events that followed during the journey changed their lives forever.
Cast
- Kaiku Rajkumar as Khaba
- Soma Laishram as Thoinu
- Redy Yumnam as Thoinu's love interest
- Leishangthem Rahul
- Narmada Shougaijam
- Ningthoujam Rina as Thoinu's Mother
- Oinam Gyaneswori
- Devita Urikhinbam as Khaba's sister-in-law (Guest Appearance)
Production
The role of Khaba in the film was initially offered to Gurumayum Bonny, but due to his tight schedule, he rejected the offer. The shooting of the film took more than a year to complete due to certain social and political issues in Manipur.[6]
Promotions
Enakta Leiringei was promoted in the Saturday Night Show of Manung Hutna, Impact TV, hosted by Raj Nongthombam on 23 September 2017, ahead of its release at MSFDS, Imphal.[7]
Accolades
Enakta Leiringei won many awards at the 11th Manipur State Film Awards 2018, including the Best Feature Film award.[8][9][10]
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11th Manipur State Film Awards 2018 | Best Feature Film | Director: Manoranjan Longjam Producer: Premchand Lambamayum |
Won |
| Best Director | Manoranjan Longjam | Won | |
| Best Actor | Kaiku Rajkumar | Won | |
| Best Actress | Soma Laishram | Won | |
| Best Screenplay | Anil Longjam | Won | |
| Best Cinematography | Regan Khangembam | Won | |
| Best Editing | Premananda Nongthombam | Won |