April 13, 2025 at 10:30:00 PM
AFS Cinema
Texas Premiere
Boong
India | Narrative Feature
2024 | 93 mins | Manipuri
Virtual Q&A with writer-director Lakshmipriya Devi
Preceded by the short film Chashma.
Audience Choice Award for Best Narrative Feature - IMFF 2025, Austin, USA
The story centers on a young schoolboy named Boong, portrayed by Gugun Kipgen, who embarks on a journey to reunite his divided family amidst the backdrop of Manipur's socio-political unrest. Facing challenges such as racial tensions and border issues, Boong's resilience and determination drive him forward. The film delves into themes of childhood innocence, family bonds, and the impact of geopolitical divisions on personal lives.
About the Artist
Laksmipriya Devi always wanted to tell stories but chose never to direct one if the story did not come from within. That story organically emerged while seeking closure from an uncomfortable part of her childhood, in Manipur - a place called 'home', in the northeastern corner of India.
A graduate in Economics Honours (Mirinda House) and a post-graduate in Mass Communications (MCRC, Jamia), she has drawn from her experience as a First Assistant Director in landmark Indian productions such as Luck by Chance, Talaash, PK, A Suitable Boy, etc. to make her directional debut with 'Boong'.
Trailer
Credits
Director:
Lakshmipriya Devi
Writer:
Lakshmipriya Devi
Producer(s):
Excel Entertainment
Chalkboard Entertainment
Suitable Pictures
Film Editor:
Gugun Sanamatum
Bala Hijam
Thank you to our community partners for this screening!
This program was made possible in part with a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
