New Delhi, February 25 The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) on Wednesday said that the BAFTA award won by the Manipuri film "Boong" was a proud moment for Indian cinema, and it highlighted the growing global appreciation for the country's diverse and meaningful storytelling traditions.
Congratulating filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi and the entire team of "Boong" on winning the Best Children's and Family Film award at the BAFTA Film Awards 2026, the MIB and the NFDC said that the film's journey has been supported by India's film development and festival ecosystem.
"This landmark achievement marks a proud moment for Indian cinema and highlights the growing global appreciation for India's diverse and meaningful storytelling traditions," the MIB and NFDC said in a statement.
"Boong" was showcased at Film Bazaar under the Work in Progress Lab and Film Bazaar Recommends initiatives in 2023, which were designed to nurture promising filmmakers and enable global industry engagement.
The film was subsequently screened at the 55th International Film Festival of India in 2024, where it was selected under the Best Debut Director category, further affirming its critical acclaim.
The Government of India and the NFDC reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening platforms such as Film Bazaar and the International Film Festival of India, which empower filmmakers, foster creative excellence, and create pathways for Indian cinema to reach international audiences, the statement said.
