| Mangalsana | |
|---|---|
| Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Priyobrata Kshetrimayum |
| Screenplay by | Priyobrata Kshetrimayum |
| Story by | Boby Laishram |
| Produced by | Bigyani Hidangmayum |
| Starring | Billa Ngathem Dhumga Kshetrimayum Priyo Sorokhaibam |
| Cinematography | Kumarjit Ngangbam |
| Edited by | Biju Kshetri |
| Music by | Tony Aheibam Background Score: Tenao HD |
Production company | Nilahari Films |
| Distributed by | Nilahari Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 118 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Meiteilon (Manipuri) |
Mangalsana is a 2025 Manipuri film directed by Priyobrata Kshetrimayum and produced by Bigyani Hidangmayum, under the banner of Nilahari Films. [1] Billa Ngathem stars in the titular role and Dhumga Kshetrimayum and Priyo Sorokhaibam are cast in the supporting roles. [2] It is based on a true story. The film was premiered at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Palace Compound on 23 March 2025. It was theatrically released at Tanthapolis Cinema, Lamphel on 5 September 2025. [3]
Mangalsana stands by her drug-addicted husband, refusing to abandon him even as everyone else gives up. She fights for his healing while raising their two children.
Tony Aheibam composed the soundtrack for the film and Dinesh Naorem wrote the lyrics. [4] The song is titled Nupa Thokta and is sung by Arbin Soibam and Pushparani Huidrom. [5]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Nupa Thokta" | Dinesh Naorem | Tony Aheibam | Arbin Soibam & Pushparani Huidrom | 04:27 |
| Total length: | 4:27 | ||||
| Award | Category | Winner's name | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17th Manipur State Film Awards 2025 | Best Screenplay Writer (Adapted) | Priyobrata Kshetrimayum | Won | [6] [7] [8] [9] |
| 12th MANIFA 2025 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Male | Dhumga Kshetrimayum | Won | [10] [11] |
| Special Jury Award | Billa Ngathem | Won | ||
| Special Mention | Producer: Bigyani Hidangmayum Director: Priyobrata Kshetrimayum | Won | ||
| Special Mention | Kumarjit Ngangbam | Won | ||
| Best Feature Film | Producer: Bigyani Hidangmayum Director: Priyobrata Kshetrimayum | Nominated | ||
| Best Direction | Priyobrata Kshetrimayum | Nominated | ||
| Best Actor in a Leading Role - Female | Billa Ngathem | Nominated | ||
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Male | Priyo Sorokhaibam | Nominated | ||
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Female | Ningthoujam Rina | Nominated | ||
| Best Story | Boby Laishram | Nominated | ||
| Best Screenplay | Priyojit Kshetrimayum | Nominated | ||
| Best Cinematography | Kumarjit Ngangbam | Nominated | ||
| Best Editor | Kshetrimayum Priyojit (Biju) | Nominated | ||
| Best Child Artist | Kangjam Chingkheinganba Meitei | Nominated | ||
| Best Art Director | Meitankeishingbam Premjoy Singh | Nominated | ||
| Best Background Score | Tenao HD | Nominated | ||
| Best Audiographer | Kshetrimayum Priyojit & Priyobrata Kshetrimayum | Nominated | ||
| Best Make-Up | Potsangbam Priya | Nominated | ||
| Best Costume | Potsangbam Priya | Nominated | ||
| Best Cinematography | Kumarjit Ngangbam | Nominated |