Surja Bala Hijam, better known as Bala Hijam is an Indian actress, who predominantly appears in Manipuri films. She is best known for her lead role in Malayalam road film, titled Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi .
Nangna Nokpa Yengningi is a 2015 Manipuri film directed by Ajit Ningthouja, written by Herojit Naoroibam and produced by Th. (O) Bedamani Devi, presented by Poknapham. It stars Bonium Thokchom and Soma Laishram in the lead roles. The film was released on 6 November 2015 at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT).
Amukta Ani is a 2014 Manipuri film directed by Romi Meitei and produced by Jenny Khurai. It stars Bala Hijam, Roshan Pheiroijam and Sushmita Mangsatabam in the lead roles. The story of the film was written by Laishram Santosh and Thoi, and screenplay by Romi Meitei and Laishram Santosh.
Sanagi Tangbal is a 2014 Manipuri film directed by Bijgupta Laishram, produced by Bordini and presented by Sania. It stars Gokul Athokpam and Bala Hijam in the lead roles. The story of the film was written by Bordini, and screenplay by Bijgupta Laishram. The film was premiered at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT) on 29 April 2014. It was later released in different theatres of Manipur including Pratap Talkies, and the film was a 2014 hit Manipuri film.
Delhi Mellei is a 2014 Manipuri film directed by Ajit Ningthouja, produced by Bishoya Potshangbam and presented by Mixn Raj under the banner of Rajkumar Films. It stars Bala Hijam as the titular protagonist with Gurumayum Bonny in the lead roles. The story of the film was written by Mixn Raj and Maheiba Moirangcha. The shooting of the film was mainly done in Delhi.
Leikhamton is a 2014 Manipuri film directed by Tej Kshetri and produced by Th. Leishang. It stars Maya Choudhury as the titular protagonist with Gokul Athokpam and Sushmita Mangsatabam in the lead roles. The story and screenplay of the film was written by Ksh. Subadani. Poirei Thokchom composed the soundtrack and Ksh. Subadani and Tej Kshetri wrote the lyrics.
Yaiskulgee Pakhang Angaoba is a 2011 Manipuri film written and directed by Homen D' Wai. It is produced by Premjit Naoroibam and Kenedy Naoroibam, and presented by Anita Naoroibam. It stars Gurumayum Bonny as the titular protagonist with Bala Hijam in the lead roles. The background score of the film was given by Surmani (Rishi).
Cheikhei is a 2015 Manipuri film directed by Premkumar Paonam and produced by Taibi, under the banner of Triveni Films and presented by Premila. It stars Gurumayum Bonny, Bala Hijam, Suranjit and Artina Thoudam in the lead roles. The story of the film was written by Premkumar Paonam. A.K. Yangoi composed the soundtrack for the film and Niranjan Usham wrote the lyrics.
Kum Kang Kum Kabi Chang is a 2015 Manipuri film directed by Bishwamittra and produced by S. Minakumari. The film features Gurumayum Bonny, Leishangthem Rahul, Sonia Hijam and Bala Hijam in the lead roles. The story of the film was written by Dr. M. Priyobrata and screenplay by Bishwamittra. Kum Kang Kum Kabi Chang was released at MSFDS, Imphal, on 15 November 2015. The film was screened in various theatres of Manipur in March 2016.
Nongmatang is a 2014 Manipuri film directed by Suvas E. and produced by Ajit Yumnam and Brojen Yumnam, under the banner of Cultural Society Khuman Maheikol and presented by Skyline Pictures. It stars Kaiku Rajkumar, Abenao Elangbam and Prity Maibam in the lead, with Binitia, Ashokumar, Geetchandra, Puinabati, Priya, Nando Sharma, Brojendrakumar, Somorendro and many others playing supporting roles. The story of the film was written by Ajit Yumnam. Nongmatang got selection at the 3rd Delhi International Film Festival 2014.
23rd Century : Ngasigee Matungda is a 2014 Manipuri film directed by Dinesh Tongbram and produced by Thambal Laishram, under the banner of United Films Manipur. The film features Gurumayum Bonny, Kaiku Rajkumar, Bala Hijam and Sonia Hijam in the lead roles. The film was premiered at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT) on 17 October 2014. It is based on the 1992 theatrical play of Kamakhya Sangeet Mandal of the same title.
Bonium Thokchom is an Indian actor and singer who predominantly appears in Manipuri films. He has also acted in many Shumang Kumhei plays and music videos.
Tamoyaigee Ebecha is a 2013 Manipuri film written and directed by Pilu Heigrujam and produced by Radha and Sunita Keinou. It stars Gurumayum Bonny and Bala Hijam in the titular roles. The film was released at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT), Imphal, on 27 December 2013. Initially, the film was banned by Film Forum Manipur and MEELAL, the reason being containing vulgar lyrics in the song Sire Sire Nungaibana Sire. It was then changed from Sire Sire Nungaibana Sire to Sire Sire Nungshibana Sire.
Mr. Khadang: Animals are Human is a 2017 Manipuri film directed by Chou En Lai and produced by Laishram Premila, under the banner of Anouba Maikei Productions. It stars Gurumayum Bonny in the title role. Mr. Khadang won the Best Feature Film Award at the 7th SSS MANIFA 2018. It was released at Range Ground, Yaiskul on 1 October 2017. It was also premiered at Shankar Lal Auditorium, North Campus, University of Delhi, on 20 August 2017.
Inamma is a 2019 Manipuri film directed by Homeshwori and produced by Takhellambam Chandrakumar, under the banner of Home Films. The movie stars Bala Hijam in the title role. The other leading actors in the movie are Gokul Athokpam, Gurumayum Bonny, Devita Urikhinbam, Shilheiba Ningthoujam and Biju Ningombam. It was premiered at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT), Imphal on 14 September 2019.
Lammei is a 2002 Manipuri film directed by Oken Amakcham and produced by Premjit Naoroibam and Anita Naoroibam, under the banner of Kangla Films. Denny Likmabam and Prameshwori played lead roles in the movie. The movie was made after conducting the Winter Film Workshop by Kangla Films at Hotel Excellency, Imphal. It was released formally by the titular king of Manipur, Leishemba Sanajaoba, on 5 May 2002 and started its regular theatrical run at Friends Talkies, Paona Bazar on 22 May 2002. It is the first Manipuri video film to have a commercial screening at a theatre. Lammei also marked the beginning of a digital era in Manipuri cinema.
Nakenthana Ngairi is a 2006 Manipuri film written, produced and directed by Dinesh Tongbram. It is the first production of United Films Manipur. The film features Amarjeet Rajkumar, Huirem Seema, Kaiku Rajkumar and Devita Urikhinbam in the lead roles. It was released at Usha Cinema, Paona Bazar on 10 September 2006.
Khurai Angaobi is a 2019 Manipuri film written and directed by Sudhir Kangjam. It is produced by Jugeshori Sairem under the banner of Sairem Art Creation. The film stars Soma Laishram, Gokul Athokpam, Biju Ningombam and Hamom Sadananda in the lead roles. The movie was premiered at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT) on 5 October 2019.
Kadarmapee: Manja Nakada is a 2010 Manipuri comedy film directed by L. Prakash and produced by Kamala Saikhom under the banner of Saikhom Films. It stars Gokul Athokpam, Kamala Saikhom, Uttam Mayanglambam and Bala Hijam in the lead roles. The film was released at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT), Imphal on 4 November 2010. It was also premiered at Bangalore, Koromangala NGV Club on 14 November 2010.
Meitei cinema, also known as Maniwood, is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Meitei language, widely spoken in the state of Manipur. The popular term Maniwood, is a portmanteau of "Manipuri" and "Hollywood".
