Tharoi Ahambei Mahao
| Tharoi Ahambei Mahao | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Homeshwori |
| Screenplay by | Ranjit Ningthouja |
| Story by | Ranjit Ningthouja |
| Produced by | Ranjit Ningthouja |
| Starring | Shilheiba Ningthoujam Ithoi Oinam |
| Cinematography | Regan Kh. |
| Edited by | Regan Kh. |
| Music by | Amarjit Lourembam |
Production company | Home Films Manipur |
| Distributed by | Home Films Manipur |
Release date |
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Running time | 119 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (officially called Manipuri language) |
Tharoi Ahambei Mahao is a 2022 Manipuri film written and produced by Ranjit Ningthouja and directed by Homeshwori, under the banner of Home Films Manipur.[1] It stars Shilheiba Ningthoujam and Ithoi Oinam in the lead roles.[2] The film was released at Manipur State Film Development Corporation (MSFDS) on 30 April 2022. It is based on the Shumang Kumhei of the same title.[3]
Synopsis
[edit]The film revolves around Nganthoi, who eloped with her lover Ahenba against the wishes of her parents. They did not want Ahenba as he is not from a well-to-do family. But Nganthoi finally proved them to be wrong.
Cast
[edit]- Shilheiba Ningthoujam as Ahenba
- Ithoi Oinam as Nganthoi
- Idhou as Nongyai, Nganthoi's father
- Khoibam Homeshwori as Leima, Nganthoi's mother
- Ratan Lai as Athoiba, Ahenba's brother
- Santosh Athokpam as Saphaba, Ahenba's father
- Romila as Leibakngakpi
- Moirangthem Sunil Myboy as Muktasana
- Sangeeta
Soundtrack
[edit]Amarjit Lourembam composed the soundtrack for the film and Ajit Ningthouja wrote the lyrics. The song is titled Thengnahalle.[4]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Thengnahalle" | Ajit Ningthouja | Amarjit Lourembam | Pushparani Huidrom, Amarjit Lourembam | 06:17 |
| Total length: | 6:17 | ||||
Accolades
[edit]The film won three awards at the 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023.[5][6]
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023 | Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment | Ranjit Ningthouja (Producer) Khoibam Homeshwori (Director) |
Won | [7][8][9] |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role - Female | Ithoi Oinam | Won | ||
| Best Audiography (Location Sound Recordist) | Tarun Wang | Won |
References
[edit]- ^ "'Eigi Nupi Tamnalai' wins best feature film award, 'I Hanughaoga (Let me Return)' bags best dialect film MSFDS declares winners of 15th State Film Awards". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "'15th Manipur State Film Awards held". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Tharoi Ahambagi Mahao - Kumhei.com". www.kumhei.com. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Thengnahalle (From "Tharoi Ahambei Mahao")". www.jiosaavn.com. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "15th Manipur State Film Award 2023 Results November 14, 2023 - Manipur State Film Development Society, MSFDS". e-pao.net. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Winners of 15th Manipur State Film Award 2023 Award declared". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "'Eigi Nupi Tamnalai' sweeps top honors clinching best feature film award at 15th Manipur State Film Awards 2023". www.indiatodayne.in. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Manipur: 90-yr-old filmmaker receives Lifetime Achievement Award". www.eastmojo.com. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Manipur State Film Awards declared; M Nilamani wins Lifetime Achievement Award". thenortheastaffairs.com. Retrieved 22 September 2024.