Archive · 11 Aug 2025
'Boong' Selected as Spotlight Film at Melbourne Fest 2025
A new Manipuri movie called 'Boong' will premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) in 2025.
The movie, directed by Lakshmipriya Devi and backed by Excel Entertainment, tells the story of Gugun Kipgen and Bala Hijam.
The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.
The festival director is excited, calling it a bold and intimate story.
The IFFM, in Melbourne, Australia, from August 14-24, aims to showcase Indian films.
Manipuri film 'Boong' is the Spotlight Film at IFFM 2025.
The film is produced by Excel Entertainment and directed by Lakshmipriya Devi.
'Boong' stars Gugun Kipgen and Bala Hijam.
The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne will be held from August 14-24, 2025.
- Who
- 'Boong' is directed by Lakshmipriya Devi and produced by Excel Entertainment. It stars Gugun Kipgen and Bala Hijam.
- What
- 'Boong' has been selected as the Spotlight Film for IFFM 2025.
- When
- The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne will be held from August 14-24, 2025.
- Where
- The premiere will be in Melbourne, Australia, at the Indian Film Festival.
- Why
- IFFM aims to champion new voices and showcase Indian cinema.
- Film Title
- Boong
- Production Company
- Excel Entertainment
- Director
- Lakshmipriya Devi
- Festival
- Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM)
- Festival Dates
- August 14-24, 2025
- Premiere Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Starring
- Gugun Kipgen, Bala Hijam
- World Premiere
- Toronto International Film Festival 2024
Sources
Farhan Akhtar backed Manipuri film, Boong selected as the 'Spotlight Film' of Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025
Farhan Akhtar-backed ‘Boong’ named Spotlight Film at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025
Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani Produced Manipuri Project Boong Selected As Spotlight Film Of IFFM 2025