BAFTA-Winning Film Boong to Release Widely in India on March 6, 2026

The Manipuri-language film Boong, directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, won the BAFTA Award for Best Children's Family Film and is set for a wide theatrical release in India on March 6, 2026. Producer Shujaat Saudagar emphasizes calling Boong an 'Indian movie,' highlighting its success as a sign that Indian cinema transcends language barriers. The film, which follows a young boy's emotional journey, had a limited release in September 2025 before its upcoming wider rollout.