Nov 28, 2025 (GOA): Manipuri feature film Oitharei, directed by debutant filmmaker Dinesh Naorem, was screened at INOX Panjim on Thursday evening as part of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa, putting Manipur’s conflict and resilience in the global spotlight.
Earlier in the day, the cast and crew walked the IFFI red carpet, using the prestigious platform to highlight Manipur’s ongoing conflict and its profound human toll. Their presence drew global attention to the personal stories often overshadowed by headlines, urging international audiences to recognise the lived experiences of those affected.
Selected for the Indian Panorama, the 102-minute feature Oitharei (“Save My Soul”) marks a significant moment for Manipuri cinema, breaking a seven-year gap since the last Manipuri feature, Eigi Kona (Stallone, My Pony), was showcased at IFFI in 2019.
