Enakta Leiringei
| 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 | 28 October 2017 |
Running time | 134 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meitei language (officially called Manipuri language) |
Enakta Leiringei (English: When You're Near Me) is a 2017 Indian Meitei language 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.
Synopsis[edit]
Khaba and Thoinu met on their journey to Jiribam, and the series of events that followed during the journey changed their lives forever.
Cast[edit]
- Kaiku Rajkumar as Khaba
- Soma Laishram as Thoinu
- Redy Yumnam as Thoinu's love interest
- Leishangthem Rahul
- Narmada Sougaijam
- Ningthoujam Rina as Thoinu's Mother
- Oinam Gyaneshori
- Devita Urikhinbam as Khaba's sister-in-law (Guest Appearance)
Production[edit]
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[edit]
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[edit]
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 |
Soundtrack[edit]
Jimbo Ningombam composed the soundtrack for the film and Anil Longjam, M. K. Binodini Devi and Jimbo Ningombam wrote the lyrics. The songs are titled Enakta Leiringei,[11] Karamba Jugki[12] and Etaa.[13]
| Enakta Leiringei | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Pushparani Huidrom, June Neelu, Anil Thiyam | |
| Studio | Hayum Studio Shallow River Studio CCC Media |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 12:15 |
| Label | Ironball Production |
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Enakta Leiringei" | Anil Longjam | Jimbo Ningombam | Pushparani Huidrom | 03:57 |
| 2. | "Karamba Jugki" | M. K. Binodini Devi | Jimbo Ningombam Aribam Syam Sharma (Original Tune) | June Neelu | 04:16 |
| 3. | "Etaa" | Jimbo Ningombam | Jimbo Ningombam | Arun Thiyam | 04:02 |
| Total length: | 12:15 | ||||
References[edit]
- ^ "Enakta Leiringei". Kumhei.com. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "Enakta Leiringei :: Behind the Scenes - Part 1". e-pao.org.
- ^ "Enakta Leiringei :: Behind the Scenes - Part 2". e-pao.org.
- ^ "Awards for 11th Manipur State Film Awards distributed". Ifp.co.in. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "Enakta Leiringei First Day First Show". Kumhei.com. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "'Enakta Leirigei' to be awarded best feature film in 11th Manipur State Film Awards". Ifp.co.in. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "Enakta Leiringei on Manung Hutna 23 September 2017". Youtube.com. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "Winners of Film Awards named : 30th nov18 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". E-pao.net. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "11th Manipur State Film Awards 2018 : 10th dec18 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". E-pao.net. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "11th Manipur State Film Awards 2018 br'Enakta Leiringei' bags 7 awards including award for best feature film – Manipur News". Manipur.com. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "Enakta Leiringei". Youtube.com. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "Karamba Jugki". Youtube.com. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
- ^ "Etaa". Youtube.com. Retrieved 15 January 2019.