Feb. 13, 2025: The Manipuri feature film Yahouthengba Khoimu has been nominated for Best Film North East at the Prag Cine Awards 2025, organized by AM Television Pvt. Ltd. in Guwahati, Assam.
Directed by Dr. RK Nayansana Devi and produced by Rakesh Naorem, the film has earned a spot among 33 selected films competing for the prestigious award.
In addition to the Best Film nomination, the film has garnered recognition in the acting categories as well.
Avi Khundrakpam, for his role as “Babuchouba,” has been nominated for Best Actor Male North East, while Ithoi Oinam, who portrayed “Thaballeima,” has earned a nomination for Best Actor Female North East.
The film is presented by Jaideep Memorial Foundation, Imphal, and produced under the banner of Ipak Films Production. According to Naorem Thoithoiba, Office Secretary of Ipak Films, Yahouthengba Khoimu has also received an official selection at the International Film Festival of Telangana 2025.
The film is scheduled for screening at the Hyderabad Press Club on February 16 at 5:00 PM.
Moreover, Yahouthengba Khoimu will be featured at the 2nd Northeast India Film Festival 2025, under the sponsorship of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), on February 13 at 6:00 PM at Tanthapolis Auditorium, Lamphel, Imphal.
The film’s screenplay and dialogues were written by Kh. Bishwamittra, while cinematography and editing were handled by Mohendro Kams and Sushil Yumlembam.
The musical score was composed by Nanao Sagolmang, featuring playback singers Huidrom Nowboy, Divya Haobam, and Loijingkhombi. The choreography was managed by Dr. Saterjit Thiyam.
Director Rakesh Naorem, known for his work in short films and documentaries, makes his directorial debut in feature films with Yahouthengba Khoimu.
