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Boong Director Laxmipriya Devi Hails Critics' Choice Nod as 'Big Push For A Small Film'
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13-03-2026, 16:21
Boong Director Laxmipriya Devi Hails Critics' Choice Nod as 'Big Push For A Small Film'
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Manipuri film Boong, directed by Laxmipriya Devi, secured a nomination at the 8th Critics’ Choice Awards 2026.
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The film previously made history by winning Best Children’s & Family Film at the 2026 BAFTA Awards, the first Indian film to do so.
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Laxmipriya Devi views the Critics' Choice nomination as a 'big push' for her small, independent film, thriving on criticism.
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Boong is a coming-of-age drama set in Manipur near the India–Myanmar border, exploring childhood, identity, and resilience.
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It highlights stories from India's Northeast, broadening the representation of Indian narratives on global platforms.
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