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Eigi Kona
| Eigi Kona | |
|---|---|
| File:Eigi Kona, Manipuri Film Poster.jpg Movie Poster | |
| Directed by | Bobby Wahengbam Maipaksana Haorongbam |
| Produced by | Dr. K. Sushila Devi |
| Screenplay by | Maipaksana Haorongbam |
| Story by | Maipaksana Haorongbam |
| Starring | S. Shaolin Prafullo Chandra Leishangthem Tonthoi |
| Cinematography | Irom Maipak |
| Edited by | Rajkumar Lalmani |
Production company | Luwang Apokpa Mamikol |
| Distributed by | Luwang Apokpa Mamikol |
Release date | 2019 |
Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Manipuri |
Eigi Kona (English: Stallone, My Pony) is a 2019 Manipuri film directed by Bobby Wahengbam and Maipaksana Haorongbam and produced by Dr. K. Sushila Devi, under the banner of Luwang Apokpa Mamikol Productions.[1][2] The film was premiered at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Palace Compound in 2019.[3][4] Eigi Kona was selected for Indian Panorama of the 51st International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2020.[5][6] The movie won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri at the 67th National Film Awards.[7]
Eigi Kona got official selection at the 4th Ottawa Indian Film Festival Awards (OIFFA) 2021.[8]
Synopsis[edit]
Thawai, a young boy loves to play Polo riding Stallone, a pony. Like him, Stallone is descendant of the horse his famous grandfather rode on playing polo. Again, like him, horses are in shabby positions for want of food and shelter. His father can't help but to sell Stallone out of poverty where Thawai becomes sick with pangs of separation from the horse. Unable to see Thawai's suffering, all including the coach, mentor, and family members try to bring back the Stallone. The owner, who used to be a great polo player, finally hands over the pony to Thawai for the love of the game.
Cast[edit]
- S. Shaolin as Thawai
- Prafullo Chandra
- Shanti
- Leishangthem Tonthoi
- Romesh
- Angom Phiroj
- Chajing Deben
- Berlin
- Jasmin
- Surajlata
Accolades[edit]
The movie won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Manipuri at the 67th National Film Awards.[9] S. Shaolin who plays the role of Thawai won the Best Child Artist award at the 13th Manipur State Film Awards 2020.[10][11]
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67th National Film Awards | Best Feature Film in Manipuri | Producer: Luwang Apokpa Mamikol Productions Directors: Bobby Wahengbam & Maipaksana Haorongbam |
Won |
| 13th Manipur State Film Awards 2020 | Special Jury Mention | Bobby Wahengbam & Maipaksana Haorongbam | Won |
| Beat Child Artist | S. Shaolin | Won |
References[edit]
- ↑ "Eigi Kona". my.iffigoa.org.
- ↑ "Manipuri Films Eigi Kona, Highways of Life Part of IFFI's Indian Panorama lineup". 25 December 2020. Retrieved 20 February 2021.
- ↑ Sharma, K Sarojkumar (21 December 2020). "2 Manipuri films also selected for Indian Panaroma section of event | Imphal News - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 20 February 2021.
- ↑ "Manipur film journalists body to introduce annual Manipuri feature film award". nenow.in.
- ↑ Samom, Sobhapati (20 December 2020). "Two Manipuri films selected for Indian Panorama of IFFI 2020". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 20 February 2021.
- ↑ "'Bridge', 'Eigi Kona', 'Highways of Life' get entry to Indian Panorama". e-pao.net.
- ↑ "67th National Film Awards: Complete List". The Hindu.
- ↑ "Stallone My Pony: OIFFA 2021". www.goelevent.com.
- ↑ "67th National Film Awards Live Updates: Here's the list of winners". www.news18.com.
- ↑ "Manipur State Film Awards announced: Documentary on pugilist Laishram Sarita wins big". nenow.in.
- ↑ "13th Manipur State Film Awards 2020 Result". e-pao.net.