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| name = Oinam Gautam Singh | | name = Oinam Gautam Singh | ||
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| parents = Oinam Leirenjao Singh<br/>Oinam Ongbi Radhe Devi | | parents = Oinam Leirenjao Singh<br/>Oinam Ongbi Radhe Devi | ||
| spouse = Lenabati Phanjoubam | | spouse = Lenabati Phanjoubam | ||
| children = Ningthoungamba Oinam | | children = Ningthoungamba Oinam | ||
| awards = [[National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri]] (2011) | | awards = [[National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri]] (2011) | ||
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'''Oinam Gautam Singh''' (popularly known as ''O. Gautam'') is an Indian [[film director]] and [[editor]] who works in [[cinema of Manipur|Manipuri films]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/content/241393/marketing-one-biggest-hurdles-manipuri.html|title=Marketing is one of the biggest hurdles for Manipuri films|website=www.deccanherald.com}}</ref> He started his career in Manipuri cinema as an editor and later took up direction since more than a decade.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/epSubPageExtractor.asp?src=reviews.movies.3rd_day_Report_of_Golden_Jubilee_Celebration_of_Manipuri_Cinema_2021|title=3rd day Report of Golden Jubilee Celebration of Manipuri Cinema 2021|website=e-pao.net}}</ref> One of the successful filmmakers in [[Cinema of Manipur|Manipuri Cinema]], he is the recipient of many awards, including a [[National Film Award]] for his 2011 movie ''[[Phijigee Mani]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/two-manipuri-films-selected-for-indian-panorama-of-iffi-2020/story-KSifBvZqfEC5IvaOX7WQrL.html|title=Two Manipuri films selected for Indian Panorama of IFFI 2020|date=20 December 2020|website=Hindustan Times}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.news18.com/news/india/24-feature-films-to-be-screened-at-42nd-iffi-410952.html|title=24 feature films to be screened at 42nd IFFI|date=19 October 2011|website=www.news18.com}}</ref> Gautam<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Oinam-Gautam-Singh|title=Oinam Gautam Singh: Movies, Photos, Videos, News, Biography & Birthday | eTimes|website=timesofindia.indiatimes.com}}</ref> has worked under eminent film personalities like [[Aribam Syam Sharma]] and [[Oken Amakcham]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/GP.asp?src=9..170421.apr21|title=Better focus on pre-production suggested for growth of Manipuri cinema : 17th apr21 ~ E-Pao! Headlines|website=e-pao.net}}</ref> He had been a Jury Member of Indian Panorama for [[45th International Film Festival of India]] (IFFI) 2014. | |||
==Career== | ==Career== | ||
''Gautam'' started working as a chief assistant director under [[Oken Amakcham]] in the 2002 ''[[Lammei]]'', the first video film to have a commercial screening at a theatre, and in the 2003 movie ''Cheina'', a celluloid film. He set out to work independently as a director in films like ''Leichildagee Urok'' and ''Nangi Shaktam''. His film ''Naoshum'' was among the feature films screened at the 1st Festival of Manipuri Cinema 2007, organised by Film Forum Manipur. Under [[Aribam Syam Sharma]], he | ''Gautam'' started working as a chief assistant director under [[Oken Amakcham]] in the 2002 ''[[Lammei]]'', the first video film to have a commercial screening at a theatre, and in the 2003 movie ''[[Cheina]]'', a celluloid film. He set out to work independently as a director in films like ''Leichildagee Urok'' and ''Nangi Shaktam''. His film ''Naoshum'' was among the feature films screened at the 1st Festival of Manipuri Cinema 2007, organised by Film Forum Manipur. Under [[Aribam Syam Sharma]], he had worked in films ''[[Rajarshi Bhagyachandra of Manipur]]'', ''Crossroads'', ''Miraang'', ''[[Leipaklei]]'', ''[[Manipuri Pony (2012 film)|Manipuri Pony]]'' and ''Dasha''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/epSubPageExtractor.asp?src=news_section.News_Links.News_Links_2012.Leipaklei_to_be_screened_on_inaugural_day_at_5th_Guwahati_Film_Festival_2012_20121209|title=Leipaklei to be screened on inaugural day at 5th Guwahati Film Festival 2012|website=e-pao.net|publisher=The Telegraph}}</ref> | ||
He | He had also tried hands on a musical film ''Laibakki Chandan''. His directorial venture ''Nangdi Eigi Thawaini'' is produced by Kangla Films, Manipur under the aegis of MANIREDA. The movie focusses on viability of the use of renewable solar energy as a substitute for the commercial energy sources. Gautam's 2011 film ''[[Phijigee Mani]]'' earned him a [[National Film Award]]. His 2013 movie ''[[Beragee Bomb]]'' and its sequel ''[[Moreh Maru]]'' displayed his capability on successful direction of comedy genre films. His movies ''Naoshum'' and ''Manipur Express'' became hit films when it was released in theatres.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://communicationtoday.net/2014/06/30/growth-of-manipuri-digital-films/|title=Growth of Manipuri Digital Films|author=Dr. M. Nawaz Khan|website=e-pao.net}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://communicationtoday.net/2014/06/30/growth-of-manipuri-digital-films/|title=Growth of Manipuri Digital Films|date=30 June 2014|work=Communication Today|first=M. Nawaz|last=Khan}}</ref> | ||
His 2015 film ''Pankhei'', which is based on insurgency and various socio-political chaos in Manipur, is a woman centric movie with Sukanya Haorongbam playing the lead role. In 2019, he directed ''[[Pandam Amada]]'' which bagged several awards in the 13th Manipur State Film Festival 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/epSubPageExtractor.asp?src=reviews.movies.List_of_nominees_9th_Manipur_Film_Awards_MANIFA_2020|title=List of nominees 9th Manipur Film Awards MANIFA 2020|website=e-pao.net}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thesangaiexpress.com/Encyc/2020/2/16/IMPHAL-Feb-16-List-of-the-nominees-for-the-9th-Manipur-Film-Awards-MANIFA-2020-is-out-Including-two-tribal-dialect-films-a-total-of-19-films-will-be-competing-for-the-MANIFA-2020-awards-.html|title=Nominees out for 9th MANIFA 2020|website=www.thesangaiexpress.com}}</ref> It also participated in Tokyo Lift-Off Film Festival 2020, 18th International Dhaka Film Festival and 18th Third Eye Asian Film Festival, Mumbai. | His 2015 film ''Pankhei'', which is based on insurgency and various socio-political chaos in Manipur, is a woman centric movie with Sukanya Haorongbam playing the lead role. In 2019, he directed ''[[Pandam Amada]]'' which bagged several awards in the 13th Manipur State Film Festival 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/epSubPageExtractor.asp?src=reviews.movies.List_of_nominees_9th_Manipur_Film_Awards_MANIFA_2020|title=List of nominees 9th Manipur Film Awards MANIFA 2020|website=e-pao.net}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thesangaiexpress.com/Encyc/2020/2/16/IMPHAL-Feb-16-List-of-the-nominees-for-the-9th-Manipur-Film-Awards-MANIFA-2020-is-out-Including-two-tribal-dialect-films-a-total-of-19-films-will-be-competing-for-the-MANIFA-2020-awards-.html|title=Nominees out for 9th MANIFA 2020|website=www.thesangaiexpress.com}}</ref> It also participated in Tokyo Lift-Off Film Festival 2020, 18th International Dhaka Film Festival and 18th Third Eye Asian Film Festival, Mumbai.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://nenow.in/north-east-news/manipur/manipuri-film-pandam-amada-to-premiere-at-dhaka-film-fest.html|title=Manipuri film 'Pandam Amada' to premiere at Dhaka film fest|website=North East Now|access-date=8 October 2024}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://thenewsmill.com/manipuri-film-pandan-selected-for-asian-festival/|title=Manipuri film Pandam Amada selected for Asian Festival|website=The News Mill|date=12 December 2019}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.uniindia.com/manipur-film-fraternity-shocked-over-exclusion-of-manipuri-cinema-in-iffi/east/news/1790689.html|title=Manipur film fraternity shocked over exclusion of Manipuri cinema in IFFI|website=[[United News of India]]|date=15 November 2019}}</ref> | ||
==Accolades== | ==Accolades== | ||
Gautam's 2011 film ''[[Phijigee Mani]]'' won the [[National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri]] at the [[59th National Film Awards]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/GP.asp?src=5..080312.mar12|title=59th National Film Awards 2011: Phijigee Mani bags best regional film award : 08th mar12 ~ E-Pao! Headlines|website=e-pao.net}}</ref> The citation for the National Award reads, "''For a sensitive depiction of the complex displacements that are occurring today in the North Eastern states. The director shows in the most graceful manner the consequences of displaced socio-political priorities which dislodge the young and disturb traditional family moorings and the even more ancient tribal societal systems | Gautam's 2011 film ''[[Phijigee Mani]]'' won the [[National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri]] at the [[59th National Film Awards]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/GP.asp?src=5..080312.mar12|title=59th National Film Awards 2011: Phijigee Mani bags best regional film award : 08th mar12 ~ E-Pao! Headlines|website=e-pao.net}}</ref> The citation for the National Award reads, "''For a sensitive depiction of the complex displacements that are occurring today in the North Eastern states. The director shows in the most graceful manner the consequences of displaced socio-political priorities which dislodge the young and disturb traditional family moorings and the even more ancient tribal societal systems''". [[Phijigee Mani]] also participated in Indian Panorama 2011. It was selected in the North East package and screened in IFFI 2014.{{citation needed|date=February 2024}} | ||
He earned an award when ''Pankhei'' bagged the Special Jury | He earned an award when ''Pankhei'' bagged the Special Jury award in the Manipur State Film Awards 2016.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thepeopleschronicle.in/daily/english/793|title=9th & 10th Manipur Film Awards presented|newspaper=The People's Chronicle|access-date=4 December 2021|archive-date=17 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210517090103/http://www.thepeopleschronicle.in/daily/english/793|url-status=dead}}</ref> He won the Best Screenplay and Best Direction awards for his work in the film ''Aruba Echel'' in the Manipur State Film Awards 2018.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://e-pao.net/epSubPageExtractor.asp?src=news_section.Top_Stories.Top_Stories_2019.Yengkhom_Roma_awarded_Lifetime_Achievement_Award_at_13th_Mami_Numit_20190411|title=Yengkhom Roma awarded Lifetime Achievement Award at 13th Mami Numit - April 10, 2019 at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS)|author=The Sangai Express|website=e-pao.net}}</ref> His 2019 film ''[[Pandam Amada]]'' won the Best Children Film, Best Feature Film and several other awards in the 13th Manipur State Film Awards 2020. He also won the Best Director award for the film.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.thesangaiexpress.com/Encyc/2020/5/21/Imphal-May-20Highways-of-Life-directed-by-Maibam-Amarjeet-Singh-clinched-four-awards-including-Best-Non-Feature-Film-at-the-13th-Manipur-State-Film-Awards-2020-Art-Culture-Minister-L-Jayantak.html|title=Highways of Life wins big at the 13th Manipur State Film Awards 2020|website=The Sangai Express|date=21 May 2020}}</ref> | ||
== Filmography == | == Filmography == | ||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Year !! Title !! Role !! | ! Year !! Title !! Role !! Studio (Production House) | ||
|- | |||
|2002||''[[Lammei]]''||Chief assistant director|| Kangla Films, Manipur | |||
|- | |||
|rowspan="2"|2003||''[[Cheina]]''||Chief assistant director|| Dashu Films | |||
|- | |||
| ''Leichildagee Urok''||Director, editor|| Treasure Island | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | | 2004||''Nangi Shaktam''||Director, editor|| Treasure Island | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | 2005||''Laibakkee Chandan''||Director, editor|| Leichal Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
| ||'' | |2006||''Radha-Rani''||Director|| Pilu Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
| ||'' | |rowspan="2"|2007||''Naoshum''||Director|| Sushima Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''[[Rajarshi Bhagyachandra of Manipur]]''||Assistant director|| [[Films Division of India]] | |||
|- | |- | ||
|rowspan=" | |rowspan="3"|2008||''Ei Ngaode''||Director|| Peace Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
|'' | |''Crossroads''||Chief assistant director, editor|| Aribam Syam Sharma Productions | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''Keishamthong Thoibi''||Director|| Diana Films | |||
|- | |- | ||
|'' | |rowspan="2"|2009||''Uoo Thambal''||Director|| Seven Salai Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''Khongthang-gi Makhol''||Director, editor|| Eastern Movies | |||
|- | |- | ||
|'' | |2010||''Nangdi Eigi Thawaini''||Director, editor|| Kangla Films, Manipur | ||
|- | |- | ||
|'' | | rowspan="2"|2011||''[[Phijigee Mani]]''||Director, editor|| Radha Govind Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''Miraang''||Chief assistant director, editor|| Aribam Syam Sharma Productions | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | | rowspan="3"|2012||''[[Leipaklei]]''||Chief assistant director, editor|| Aribam Syam Sharma Productions | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''[[Manipuri Pony (film)|Manipuri Pony]]''||Assistant director, editor|| [[Films Division of India]] | |||
|- | |- | ||
|'' | |''Manipur Express''||Director|| Green Chillies | ||
|- | |- | ||
| rowspan=" | | rowspan="2"|2013||''Dasha''||Chief assistant director, editor || Aribam Syam Sharma Productions | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''[[ | |''[[Beragee Bomb]]''||Director, editor|| Chingkhurakpa Art | ||
|- | |- | ||
|'' | |2014||''[[Eidee Kadaida]]''||Director, editor|| Nilahari Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |2015||''Pankhei''||Director|| Nongja Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''[[ | |rowspan="2"|2016||''[[Moreh Maru]]''||Director|| RT Motion Pictures | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''Nanggee Shaktam Nungshiba Helli''||Director|| Green Chillies | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | |2018||''Aruba Echel''||Director, screenplay|| Khunaillon Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |2019||''[[Pandam Amada]]''||Director, editor|| Takhel Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
|'' | |2021||''Nungshi Lottery Phaorehe''||Director, screenplay|| Mashu Maben Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |2022||''Nongallamdaisida''||Director, screenplay|| NB Poireicha Films | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Upcoming||''Ahingsina Loidringei''||Director|| Seuti Films | ||
|} | |} | ||
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Oinam Gautam Singh | |
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,_in_Panaji,_Goa_on_December_01,_2011_(cropped).jpg) O. Gautam addressing a press conference during 42nd IFFI 2011 | |
| Born | 12 October 1977 Sagolband Mabudhou Mantri Leikai, Imphal West, Manipur |
| Occupation | Director, Editor, Screenplay Writer |
| Years active | 2002-present |
| Spouse(s) | Lenabati Phanjoubam |
| Children | Ningthoungamba Oinam |
| Parent(s) | Oinam Leirenjao Singh Oinam Ongbi Radhe Devi |
| Awards | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri (2011) |
Oinam Gautam Singh (popularly known as O. Gautam) is an Indian film director and editor who works in Manipuri films.[1] He started his career in Manipuri cinema as an editor and later took up direction since more than a decade.[2] One of the successful filmmakers in Manipuri Cinema, he is the recipient of many awards, including a National Film Award for his 2011 movie Phijigee Mani.[3][4] Gautam[5] has worked under eminent film personalities like Aribam Syam Sharma and Oken Amakcham.[6] He had been a Jury Member of Indian Panorama for 45th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2014.
Career[edit | edit source]
Gautam started working as a chief assistant director under Oken Amakcham in the 2002 Lammei, the first video film to have a commercial screening at a theatre, and in the 2003 movie Cheina, a celluloid film. He set out to work independently as a director in films like Leichildagee Urok and Nangi Shaktam. His film Naoshum was among the feature films screened at the 1st Festival of Manipuri Cinema 2007, organised by Film Forum Manipur. Under Aribam Syam Sharma, he had worked in films Rajarshi Bhagyachandra of Manipur, Crossroads, Miraang, Leipaklei, Manipuri Pony and Dasha.[7]
He had also tried hands on a musical film Laibakki Chandan. His directorial venture Nangdi Eigi Thawaini is produced by Kangla Films, Manipur under the aegis of MANIREDA. The movie focusses on viability of the use of renewable solar energy as a substitute for the commercial energy sources. Gautam's 2011 film Phijigee Mani earned him a National Film Award. His 2013 movie Beragee Bomb and its sequel Moreh Maru displayed his capability on successful direction of comedy genre films. His movies Naoshum and Manipur Express became hit films when it was released in theatres.[8][9]
His 2015 film Pankhei, which is based on insurgency and various socio-political chaos in Manipur, is a woman centric movie with Sukanya Haorongbam playing the lead role. In 2019, he directed Pandam Amada which bagged several awards in the 13th Manipur State Film Festival 2020.[10][11] It also participated in Tokyo Lift-Off Film Festival 2020, 18th International Dhaka Film Festival and 18th Third Eye Asian Film Festival, Mumbai.[12][13][14]
Accolades[edit | edit source]
Gautam's 2011 film Phijigee Mani won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri at the 59th National Film Awards.[15] The citation for the National Award reads, "For a sensitive depiction of the complex displacements that are occurring today in the North Eastern states. The director shows in the most graceful manner the consequences of displaced socio-political priorities which dislodge the young and disturb traditional family moorings and the even more ancient tribal societal systems". Phijigee Mani also participated in Indian Panorama 2011. It was selected in the North East package and screened in IFFI 2014.[citation needed]
He earned an award when Pankhei bagged the Special Jury award in the Manipur State Film Awards 2016.[16] He won the Best Screenplay and Best Direction awards for his work in the film Aruba Echel in the Manipur State Film Awards 2018.[17] His 2019 film Pandam Amada won the Best Children Film, Best Feature Film and several other awards in the 13th Manipur State Film Awards 2020. He also won the Best Director award for the film.[18]
Filmography[edit | edit source]
| Year | Title | Role | Studio (Production House) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Lammei | Chief assistant director | Kangla Films, Manipur |
| 2003 | Cheina | Chief assistant director | Dashu Films |
| Leichildagee Urok | Director, editor | Treasure Island | |
| 2004 | Nangi Shaktam | Director, editor | Treasure Island |
| 2005 | Laibakkee Chandan | Director, editor | Leichal Films |
| 2006 | Radha-Rani | Director | Pilu Films |
| 2007 | Naoshum | Director | Sushima Films |
| Rajarshi Bhagyachandra of Manipur | Assistant director | Films Division of India | |
| 2008 | Ei Ngaode | Director | Peace Films |
| Crossroads | Chief assistant director, editor | Aribam Syam Sharma Productions | |
| Keishamthong Thoibi | Director | Diana Films | |
| 2009 | Uoo Thambal | Director | Seven Salai Films |
| Khongthang-gi Makhol | Director, editor | Eastern Movies | |
| 2010 | Nangdi Eigi Thawaini | Director, editor | Kangla Films, Manipur |
| 2011 | Phijigee Mani | Director, editor | Radha Govind Films |
| Miraang | Chief assistant director, editor | Aribam Syam Sharma Productions | |
| 2012 | Leipaklei | Chief assistant director, editor | Aribam Syam Sharma Productions |
| Manipuri Pony | Assistant director, editor | Films Division of India | |
| Manipur Express | Director | Green Chillies | |
| 2013 | Dasha | Chief assistant director, editor | Aribam Syam Sharma Productions |
| Beragee Bomb | Director, editor | Chingkhurakpa Art | |
| 2014 | Eidee Kadaida | Director, editor | Nilahari Films |
| 2015 | Pankhei | Director | Nongja Films |
| 2016 | Moreh Maru | Director | RT Motion Pictures |
| Nanggee Shaktam Nungshiba Helli | Director | Green Chillies | |
| 2018 | Aruba Echel | Director, screenplay | Khunaillon Films |
| 2019 | Pandam Amada | Director, editor | Takhel Films |
| 2021 | Nungshi Lottery Phaorehe | Director, screenplay | Mashu Maben Films |
| 2022 | Nongallamdaisida | Director, screenplay | NB Poireicha Films |
| Upcoming | Ahingsina Loidringei | Director | Seuti Films |
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Marketing is one of the biggest hurdles for Manipuri films". www.deccanherald.com.
- ↑ "3rd day Report of Golden Jubilee Celebration of Manipuri Cinema 2021". e-pao.net.
- ↑ "Two Manipuri films selected for Indian Panorama of IFFI 2020". Hindustan Times. 20 December 2020.
- ↑ "24 feature films to be screened at 42nd IFFI". www.news18.com. 19 October 2011.
- ↑ "Oinam Gautam Singh: Movies, Photos, Videos, News, Biography & Birthday | eTimes". timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- ↑ "Better focus on pre-production suggested for growth of Manipuri cinema : 17th apr21 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net.
- ↑ "Leipaklei to be screened on inaugural day at 5th Guwahati Film Festival 2012". e-pao.net. The Telegraph.
- ↑ Dr. M. Nawaz Khan. "Growth of Manipuri Digital Films". e-pao.net.
- ↑ Khan, M. Nawaz (30 June 2014). "Growth of Manipuri Digital Films". Communication Today.
- ↑ "List of nominees 9th Manipur Film Awards MANIFA 2020". e-pao.net.
- ↑ "Nominees out for 9th MANIFA 2020". www.thesangaiexpress.com.
- ↑ "Manipuri film 'Pandam Amada' to premiere at Dhaka film fest". North East Now. Retrieved 8 October 2024.
- ↑ "Manipuri film Pandam Amada selected for Asian Festival". The News Mill. 12 December 2019.
- ↑ "Manipur film fraternity shocked over exclusion of Manipuri cinema in IFFI". United News of India. 15 November 2019.
- ↑ "59th National Film Awards 2011: Phijigee Mani bags best regional film award : 08th mar12 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net.
- ↑ "9th & 10th Manipur Film Awards presented". The People's Chronicle. Archived from the original on 17 May 2021. Retrieved 4 December 2021.
- ↑ The Sangai Express. "Yengkhom Roma awarded Lifetime Achievement Award at 13th Mami Numit - April 10, 2019 at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS)". e-pao.net.
- ↑ "Highways of Life wins big at the 13th Manipur State Film Awards 2020". The Sangai Express. 21 May 2020.