Yahouthengba Khoimu

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Yahouthengba Khoimu
Yahouthengba Khoimu Poster.jpg
Theatrical release poster
Directed byRakesh Naorem
Screenplay by Khwairakpam Bishwamittra
Story byR.K. Nayansana
Produced byR.K. Nayansana
StarringAvi Khundrakpam
Ithoi Oinam
Ratana Kshetrimayum
CinematographySushil Yumlembam
Edited byMohendro KAMS
Music byNanao Sagolmang
Production
companies
Ipak Films Production, Manipur
Distributed byIpak Films Production, Manipur
Release dates
  • 9 January 2025 (2025-01-09)(Manipur)
  • 13 January 2025 (2025-01-13)(Delhi)
Running time
135 minutes
CountryIndia
Language Meiteilon (Manipuri)

Yahouthengba Khoimu (English: Latecomer Bee) is a 2025 Manipuri film directed by Rakesh Naorem. [1] It is produced by Dr. R.K. Nayansana Devi under the banner of Ipak Films Production, Manipur and presented by Jaideep Memorial Foundation. [2] Avi Khundrakpam, Ithoi Oinam and Ratana Kshetrimayum star as the leads. [3] The film is inspired by Dr. R.K. Nayansana's short story Sanarik Pareng. [4] It was released at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Imphal on 9 January 2025. A Delhi premiere was also held at Muktadhara Auditorium on 13 January 2025. [5] The movie was screened at the 2nd North East India Film Festival, Manipur 2025 in the NEIFF Spectrum strand. [6] [7] [8] [9] It also got official selection at the International Film Festival of Telangana 2025. [10] [11] [12]

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Plot

Thaballeima, a simple village girl, marries Babuchouba, a city-based government employee. When he is transferred and drawn to a divorcee, she faces heartbreak but chooses love over confrontation. Ultimately, she wins him back with her unwavering devotion.

Cast

Soundtrack

Nanao Sagolmang composed the soundtrack for the film and R.K. Nayansana Devi, Khwairakpam Bishwamittra and Rakesh Naorem wrote the lyrics. Huidrom Nowboy, Divya Haobam and Loijingkhombi Thongam are the playback singers of the songs.

No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Warakpa Ngamdraba"Rakesh NaoremNanao SagolmangLoijingkhombi Thongam05:00
2."Punshigi Thanil"R.K. Nayansana DeviNanao SagolmangHuidrom Nowboy & Loijingkhombi Thongam04:56
3."Essh! Shathihe Shathi" Khwairakpam Bishwamittra Nanao SagolmangDivya Haobam04:15
Total length:14:11

Accolades

AwardCategoryWinner's nameResultRef.
International Film Festival of Telangana 2025Best DirectionRakesh NaoremWon
Best StoryR.K. Nayansana DeviWon
Best Screenplay Khwairakpam Bishwamittra Won
Best EditingMohendro KAMSWon
All India Film Festival 2024-25, KolkataBest Feature FilmProducer:
R.K. Nayansana Devi
Director:
Rakesh Naorem		Won [13] [14]
Cinematic Brilliance AwardRakesh NaoremWon
5th Reels International Film Festival 2025, AurangabadBest Social FilmProducer:
R.K. Nayansana Devi
Director:
Rakesh Naorem		Won
Best ProducerR.K. Nayansana DeviWon
Best Male DirectorRakesh NaoremWon
6th Crown International Film Awards 2025, BangladeshBest Feature FilmProducer:
R.K. Nayansana Devi
Director:
Rakesh Naorem		Won
Best StoryR.K. Nayansana DeviWon
Best Director of the YearRakesh NaoremWon
Best ActorAvi KundrakpamWon
Bharat Independent Cinema Film Festival 2025, MumbaiBest Feature FilmProducer:
R.K. Nayansana Devi
Director:
Rakesh Naorem		Won
Best StoryR.K. Nayansana DeviWon
Best DirectorRakesh NaoremWon
Best Playback Singer - MaleHuidrom NowboyWon
Best Actress Ithoi Oinam Won
Best Supporting ActressRatana KshetrimayumWon
Prag Cine Awards 2025Best Feature Film (North East)Producer:
R.K. Nayansana Devi
Director:
Rakesh Naorem		Nominated [15] [16]
Best Actor - Male (North East)Avi KhundrakpamNominated
Best Actor - Female (North East) Ithoi Oinam Nominated

References

  1. ↑ "Yahouthengba Khoimu Official Trailer". in.bookmyshow.com. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  2. ↑ "Selected in-competition films for the 2nd North East India Flim Festival (NEIFF), 2025 announced". pothashang.in. 31 January 2025. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  3. ↑ "Yahouthengba Khoimu (2025) - Movie - Reviews, Cast & Release Date". in.bookmyshow.com. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  4. ↑ "Manipuri film Yahouthengba Khoimu to screen at Telangana IFF". www.htsyndication.com. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  5. ↑ "Premiere of Manipuri feature film "Yahouthengba Khoimu" held in Delhi". Imphal Times. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  6. ↑ Sentinel Digital Desk (February 2025). "Three Assamese Films Selected For Screening At 2nd North East India Film Festival In Manipur". The Sentinel. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  7. ↑ "10 films in competition at 2nd edition of North East India Film Festival in Manipur". Northeast News. February 2025. Archived from the original on 11 February 2025. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  8. ↑ "2nd North East India Film Festival 2025 to Be Held in Imphal from February 12 to 16". Ukhrul Times. 16 December 2024. Archived from the original on 17 December 2024. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  9. ↑ Bit Irom (February 2025). "Manipur: Three Assamese films selected for 2nd North East India Film Festival". Northeast Now. Archived from the original on 11 February 2025. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  10. ↑ Bit Irom (11 February 2025). "Manipuri film Yahouthengba Khoimu to screen at Telangana IFF". Northeast Now. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  11. ↑ "Yahouthengba Khoimu to be screened". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  12. ↑ "Yahouthengba Khoimu to be screened". e-pao.net. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  13. ↑ ""Yahouthengba Khoimu" wins Best Film at All India Film Festival". Imphal Times. 19 February 2025. Retrieved 20 February 2025.
  14. ↑ "Best title for Yahouthengba Khoimu". The Sangai Express. Retrieved 20 February 2025.
  15. ↑ "Manipuri Film "Yahouthengba Khoimu" nominated for Best Film at Prag Cine Awards 2025". Imphal Times. 13 February 2025. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
  16. ↑ "Manipuri Film 'Yahouthengba Khoimu' Nominated For Best Film North East At Prag Cine Awards 2025". Northeast Today. 13 February 2025. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
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