Mumbai, March 9 (IANS) Filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi, who is over the moon with the BAFTA win of her Manipuri film ‘Boong’, has spoken about the casting process of the film, and how she got Gugun Kipgen, the child artiste who plays the titular character, on board. ‘Boong’ is a coming-of-age drama. The film follows a young boy, Boong, who lives in Manipur with his mother after his father disappears. Believing that finding his missing father will restore his family’s happiness, the boy travels…
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Los Angeles, March 3 (IANS) Actor and filmmaker Alan Cumming, who recently hosted the BAFTA, has reacted to the recent controversy that unfolded at the recent edition of the award ceremony. The actor took to Instagram to address the outburst of Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson at the 79th edition of the ceremony, during which he shouted the N-word while ‘Sinners’ stars Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were onstage, reports ‘Variety’.He wrote, “What should’ve been an evening ce…
Los Angeles, Feb 25 (IANS) The BAFTA awards have issued a statement over the allegedly offensive remark that was heard during the ceremony. The committee has shared that the alleged sound made by John Davidson was a result of a verbal tic caused by Tourette Syndrome.They took to their social media, and shared a long note explaining what went down at the ceremony. They wrote, “At the BAFTA Film Awards last night our guests heard very offensive language that carries incomparable trauma and pain …
Mumbai, Feb 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi used social media to congratulate the Manipuri film “Boong” for winning the prestigious ‘Best Children’s & Family Film’ title at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA).The post on PM Modi’s official X (Previously known as Twitter) handle read, “Congratulations to all those associated with this film. This is indeed a moment of immense joy, especially for Manipur. It also highlights the immense creative talent in our nation. (sic)”The mo…
Mumbai, Feb 23 (IANS) The Manipuri-language film “Boong” backed by Farhan Akhtar won the prestigious Best Children’s & Family Film award at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA). It’s director Lakshmipriya Devi described the moment as “the last few steps to reach a summit of a mountain we never knew we were climbing in the first place.” Boong was competing alongside international titles such as Arco, Lilo & Stitch, and Zootropolis 2.The official Instagram page of BAFTA s…
Mumbai, Feb 23 (IANS) Bollywood star Alia Bhatt made her debut at the 79th edition of the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) iconic as she added a splash of “desi tadka” while giving her speech to present the honour for Best Film Not in the English Language. Held at the London’s Royal Festival Hall, Alia first greeted the audience with a “Namaskar”.She then added: “Agla award ek aisi film ke liye hai, jo angrezi mein nahi hai.”The actress requested, “Don’t reach for the subtitle…
Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Actress and talk show host Drew Barrymore is embracing the final days of being 50 with gratitude and excitement as she prepares to turn 51. The Hollywood star took to Instagram to share her thoughts as she stepped into a new year of her life, posting two pictures that showcased her natural, makeup-free look. She is seen looking out of the window and smiling as she takes a selfie.For the caption: “Soaking up my last days of 50. I am so ready for 51!”Barrymore has been fe…