Taru Tarubi

Taru Tarubi
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Hemanta Khuman
Written by	Somorjit Roma Yengkhom
Produced by	Somorjit Roma Yengkhom
Starring	Suraj Ngashepam Soma Laishram
Cinematography	Nareshwar R.K.
Edited by	Yoimayai Mongsaba
Music by	Kim Irom & Surmani (Rishi)
Production company	Roma Production
Distributed by	H360 Pictures
Release dates	26 December 2024 (2024-12-26)(MSFDS Premiere) 14 March 2025 (2025-03-14)(Theatrical release)
Running time	107 minutes
Country	India
Language	Meiteilon (Manipuri)

Taru Tarubi is a 2024 Manipuri film directed by Hemanta Khuman. ^{[1] [2]} The film is written and produced by Somorjit Roma Yengkhom under the banner of Roma Production. ^[3] Suraj Ngashepam and Soma Laishram star as the leads. The film was released at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS) on 26 December 2024. The movie was premiered at the 2nd North East India Film Festival, Manipur on 12 February 2025 under the non-competition section (NEIFF Spectrum). ^{[4] [5] [6]}

The movie was screened at Tanthapolis Cinema, Lamphel for 2 weeks from 14 March 2025. ^[7]

Plot

Namiba's and Taru's parents come together for engagement. But religious differences comes into play as a roadblock to their hope for a shared destiny. The film also explores the grandparents' love for their grandchildren.

Cast

• Suraj Ngashepam as Namiba
• Soma Laishram as Taru
• Idhou as Taru's grandfather
• R.K. Hemabati as Namiba's grandmother
• Narendra Ningomba as Singhajit, Namiba's father
• Ningthoujam Rina as Suniti, Namiba's mother
• Samjetsabam Mangoljao as Pari, Taru's father
• Philem Puneshori as Nungshi, Taru's mother
• Kangabam Sanjita as Namiba's aunt
• Seitya Chingtham as Suraj, Namiba's friend
• Heisnam Ongbi Geeta
• Manglem as Ingocha
• Tayenjam Mema as Maibi
• Bhumika
• Sophia

Soundtrack

Kim Irom and Surmani (Rishi) composed the soundtrack for the film and Somorjt Roma Yengkhom wrote the lyrics. Aj Maisnam, Pushparani Huidrom and Pinky Saikhom are the playback singers of the songs. The songs are titled Eise Nanggi Oikhare, Karigumba Nangse and Loikhre Luhongba.

Accolades

Award	Category	Winner's name	Result	Ref.
12th MANIFA 2025	Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Male	Chakpram Rameshchandra (Idhou)	Nominated	[8]
	Best Costume	Bachaspatimayum Pabitra	Nominated
	Best Playback Singer - Female	Pinky Saikhom for the song "Loikhre Luhongba"	Nominated
	Best Playback Singer - Male	Aj Maisnam for the song "Eise Nanggi Oikhare"	Nominated
	Best Music Director	Kim Irom & Surmani (Rishi)	Nominated

References

1. Bit Irom (February 2025). "Manipur: Three Assamese films selected for 2nd North East India Film Festival". Northeast Now. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
2. "Taru Tarubi (2025) - Movie - Reviews, Cast & Release Date in Imphal". in.bookmyshow.com.
3. "Selected in-competition films for the 2nd North East India Flim Festival (NEIFF), 2025 announced". pothashang.in. 31 January 2025. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
4. Sentinel Digital Desk (February 2025). "Three Assamese Films Selected For Screening At 2nd North East India Film Festival In Manipur". The Sentinel. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
5. "10 films in competition at 2nd edition of North East India Film Festival in Manipur". Northeast News. February 2025. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
6. "2nd North East India Film Festival 2025 to Be Held in Imphal from February 12 to 16". Ukhrul Times. 16 December 2024. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
7. "Taru Tarubi Movie Showtimes in Imphal & Online Ticket Booking". in.bookmyshow.com.
8. "12th MANIFA 2025 held at Kakching". Imphal Times. Retrieved 21 September 2025.

External links

• H360 Pictures (21 December 2024). "TARU TARUBI - 26th Dec in Cinemas - Official Trailer Release 2024" . Retrieved 11 February 2025– via YouTube.