| Directed by | Binoranjan Oinam |
|---|---|
| Written by | Binoranjan Oinam |
| Produced by | Reshi Thokchom |
| Starring | Amarr Mayanglambam Amarjeet Rajkumar Leishangthem Tonthoi |
| Cinematography | Tarun Wang |
| Edited by | Alam Thani |
| Music by | Jeeten Kumar Naorem
|
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (Manipuri)
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Langdai Ama (English: The Juncture) is a 2024 Manipuri film written and directed by Binoranjan Oinam.[1][2][3] The film is produced by Reshi Thokchom under the banner of Evening Star Films and presented by Artina Thoudam.[4] Amarr Mayanglambam, Amarjeet Rajkumar and Leishangthem Tonthoi star as the leads.[5][6] The film got official selections at the 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF) 2024, 2nd Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival and 17th Habitat Film Festival.[7][8][9][10] The movie was screened at the 2nd North East India Film Festival, Manipur 2025 on 12 February 2025 under the competition section.[11][12][13][14][15] The film was certified "U" by CBFC in 2024.[16]
Cast
- Amarr Mayanglambam as Thoiba Rajkumar, Documentary filmmaker
- Amarjeet Rajkumar as Ibochou Rajkumar, Owner of a construction company
- Leishangthem Tonthoi as Leima, Folk singer
- Elangbam Indu as Leima's mother
- Jayvidya Ningthouja
- Maibi Oinam Dhani
Reception
The Signpost News praised Langdai Ama for its cultural sensitivity, and standout performances by Tonthoi Leishangthem and Rajkumar Amarjeet, calling it an ambitious regional film with visual poise. However, it criticised lead actor Amarr Mayanglambam's performance as over-expressive and noted that the screenplay and abrupt ending diluted the film's emotional depth.[17]
Accolades
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result | Template:Tooltip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024 | Best Direction | Binoranjan Oinam | Template:Won | [18][19][20] |
| 2nd North East India Film Festival, Manipur | Best Screenplay | Binoranjan Oinam | Template:Won | [21][22][23][24] |
| 17th Manipur State Film Awards 2025 | Best Choreographer | Quintan Mayengbam | Template:Won | [25][26] |
| Best VFX Supervisor | Mahendra Ch. | Template:Won | ||
| 12th MANIFA 2025 | Best Actor in a Leading Role - Male | Amarr Mayanglambam | Template:Nominated | [27][28] |
| Best Make-Up | Abujam Ragini Devi | Template:Nominated | ||
| Best Audiographer | Punil Hiyang | Template:Nominated |
External links
References
- ↑ Binoranjan Oinam's powerful storytelling and fabulous performances set Langdai Ama apart when portraying the narrative of a dysfunctional family(15 March 2025).
- ↑ Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao' director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest. The Week.
- ↑ Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival Celebrates Cinematic Excellence. www.devdiscourse.com.
- ↑ Assam: 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival concludes. Northeast Now.
- ↑ Garo film Chanchisoa wins award at 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival. highlandpost.com.
- ↑ Assam: Rima Das's 'Village Rockstars 2' to screen at Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival. Northeast Now.
- ↑ Curtains close on 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival. East Mojo.
- ↑ Tigmanshu Dhulia's Presence Elevates a Glorious Celebration of Storytelling and Creativity in BVFF. www.nktv.in(7 December 2024).
- ↑ Festival Schedule - Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024. brahmaputravalleyfilmfestival.com.
- ↑ Two Manipuri films to be screened in Habitat film festival. www.uniindia.com.
- ↑ Three Assamese Films Selected For Screening At 2nd North East India Film Festival In Manipur(February 2025).
- ↑ 10 films in competition at 2nd edition of North East India Film Festival in Manipur(February 2025).
- ↑ 2nd North East India Film Festival 2025 to Be Held in Imphal from February 12 to 16(16 December 2024).
- ↑ Manipur: Second NE India film festival celebrating cinematic heritage inaugurated in Imphal(12 February 2025).
- ↑ 2nd NEIFF 2025 kicks off Cinematic brilliance of NE to be showcased.
- ↑ Censor Certificate. Central Board of Film Certification(17 October 2024). Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ↑ Langdai Ama: A Fragile Portrait of Family, Culture, and Creative Aspiration. Signpost News(23 June 2025). Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ↑ Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao', director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest(9 December 2024).
- ↑ Binoranjan Oinam received Best Director at 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024 - Guwahati, 08th December 2024 :: Manipuri feature Langdai Ama (The Juncture). e-pao.net. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
- ↑ Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao', director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest(9 December 2024).
- ↑ Manipur: 2nd North East India Film Festival Concludes With Awards And Cultural Performances(17 February 2025). Retrieved 17 February 2025.
- ↑ Manipur: 2nd North East India Film Festival Concludes With Awards And Cultural Celebrations(17 February 2025). Retrieved 17 February 2025.
- ↑ NEIFF 2025 concludes: Samiran Deka, Bhaskar Jyoti Das win best director awards(17 February 2025).
- ↑ Assamese, Manipuri films sweep top honours at 2nd NE India Film Festival(18 February 2025).
- ↑ Debutant directors shine at 17th Manipur state film awards, Dr. Arambam Lokendra honoured. The Assam Tribune(27 June 2025). Retrieved 27 June 2025.
- ↑ 'Laangoi' adjudged best feature film, Dr A Lokendra honoured. The People's Chronicle(27 June 2025). Retrieved 27 June 2025.
- ↑ 12th MANIFA 2025 held at Kakching. Imphal Times. Retrieved 21 September 2025.
- ↑ "Oitharei" bags best feature film at MANIFA 2025. e-pao.net. Retrieved 23 September 2025.