New Delhi, February 23 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the Manipuri film "Boong" winning the prestigious BAFTA award was a moment of immense joy, especially for the northeastern state.
"Boong," a coming-of-age comedy-drama produced by Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment, won the British Academy of Film and Television Arts award for Best Children's & Family Film, which was held on Sunday evening in London.
"Congratulations to everyone involved in this film. This is indeed a moment of immense joy, especially for Manipur. It also highlights the immense creative talent in our nation," Modi wrote on 'X'.
The Manipuri film, starring Gugun Kipgen and Bala Hijam, beat international competition from other nominees, including "Lilo and Stitch", "Arco", and "Zootropolis 2".