Bibo Binanao

Bibo Binanao
Poster
Directed by	Kenny Deori Basumatary
Written by	Kenny Deori Basumatary
Produced by	National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) Prithul Kumar
Starring	Helina Daimary Pansy Brahma Mithinga Narzary Sangeena Brahma
Cinematography	Suruj Deka
Edited by	Raktim Ranjan Basumatary
Music by	Tony Deori Basumatary Sound: Balen Pathak
Production companies	NFDC Kenny DB Films
Distributed by	NFDC
Release date	5 December 2024 (2024-12-05) (BVFF)
Running time	96 minutes
Country	India
Language	Boro

Bibo Binanao (English: My Three Sisters) is a 2024 Indian Boro-language drama film written and directed by Kenny Deori Basumatary. ^{[1] [2]} The film is produced by National Film Development Corporation of India and Prithul Kumar. ^{[3] [4]} Helina Daimary, Pansy Brahma, Mithinga Narzary and Sangeena Brahma star as the leads. ^{[5] [6]} The film got official selections at the 55th International Film Festival of India, 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF) 2024, 2nd Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival 2025 and Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025. ^{[7] [8] [9] [10] [11]}

Plot

The film is about 21-year-old Donna, the youngest of four sisters in rural Assam, as she navigates the challenges of life with her family. Donna’s steadfast support is crucial when her eldest sister, Anima, is left widowed with two children, and when her second sister, Yoko, endures an abusive marriage. Alongside these, Donna takes on the role of caregiver for her cousin's injured husband, Bolen, even as she faces personal challenges. Through it all, Donna’s determination and resilience hold the family together. ^[12]

Cast

• Helina Daimary
• Pansy Brahma as Mizi
• Mithinga Narzary
• Sangeena Brahma
• Rubul Boro

Accolades

Award	Category	Winner's name	Result	Ref.
9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024	Best Feature Film	Producers: NFDC & Prithul Kumar Director: Kenny Deori Basumatary	Won	[13] [14] [15]

References

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2. "Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival Celebrates Cinematic Excellence". www.devdiscourse.com. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
3. "Kenny Basumatary's first Boro film 'Bibo Binanao' screens at IFFI Goa". The News Mill. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
4. Pallav Bora. "Assam: 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival concludes". Northeast Now. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
5. "Garo film Chanchisoa wins award at 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival". highlandpost.com. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
6. "Assam: Rima Das's 'Village Rockstars 2' to screen at Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival". Northeast Now. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
7. "Bibo Binanao". www.iffigoa.org. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
8. "Curtains close on 9th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival". East Mojo. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
9. "Tigmanshu Dhulia's Presence Elevates a Glorious Celebration of Storytelling and Creativity in BVFF". www.nktv.in. 7 December 2024. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
10. "Festival Schedule - Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival 2024" (PDF). brahmaputravalleyfilmfestival.com. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
11. Navin Upadhyay (27 January 2025). "Imphal Film Festival Unveils Diverse Lineup with 57 Films, Showcasing Manipuri Classics". powercorridors.in.
12. "Bibo Binanao". filmguide.iffigoa.org. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
13. "Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao', director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest". Hindustan Times. 9 December 2024.
14. "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 27 January 2025.
15. "Bodo film 'Bibo Binanao', director Binoranjan Oinam win top honours at Brahmaputra Valley film fest". Times of India. 9 December 2024.