Boong: India's First BAFTA Award-Winning Film Set for Re-Release

Boong, the first Indian film to win a BAFTA award, is set for a re-release in Indian theatres on March 6. Backed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, this Manipuri film tells a touching story of a boy searching for his father. After its successful premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Boong has garnered significant acclaim. Farhan expressed pride in the film's achievements and invited audiences to experience this heartwarming journey. With insights from director Lakshmipriya Devi, learn more about the film's unique path to success and its upcoming theatrical return.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 27, 2026, 17:39 IST

Celebrating Boong's BAFTA Win

Backed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, the film Boong has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the Best Children's & Family Film award at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA). This film, which is both written and directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, has made history as the first Indian film to secure a BAFTA award. Boong, a Manipuri production, premiered globally at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2024 and was later released in Indian theatres on September 19 of the previous year, albeit in a limited capacity at select PVR Inox locations. Excitingly, it is set to return to Indian cinemas in the first week of March.

Upcoming Re-Release of Boong

Boong to Re-Release in India

Farhan Akhtar announced the re-release of Boong on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, revealing that the film will be back on the big screen starting March 6. He described the film as a touching journey filled with innocence, love, and resilience, encouraging audiences to experience India's first BAFTA award-winning film in theatres.

Following the BAFTA win, Farhan expressed his pride in a heartfelt note on Instagram, congratulating Lakshmipriya Devi along with the cast and crew for their exceptional work. He described witnessing the film's recognition at the BAFTA ceremony as an unforgettable experience and thanked the jury for honoring the dreams and stories from India.

Insights from Lakshmipriya Devi

Lakshmirpriya Devi on Boong

In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India, Lakshmipriya Devi shared that there was no specific strategy regarding the film's release. She noted that since Boong is in Manipuri, it wasn't crafted as a blockbuster aiming for Rs 100 crore. Instead, the film's journey has been a series of fortunate events, and they simply created it and awaited opportunities for its platform.

About Boong

More about Boong

For those unfamiliar, Boong features a talented cast including Gugun Kipgen, Bala Hijam, Angom Sanamatum, and Vikram Kochhar, among others. The narrative follows a young boy on a quest to find his father, intending to bring him home as a gift for his mother. The film is a collaborative effort produced by Excel Entertainment, Suitable Pictures, and Chalkboard Entertainment.

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