London, Feb. 23 -- India celebrated a proud moment at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) 2026 as Manipuri-language debut feature 'Boong' clinched the Best Children and Family Film award, marking a significant milestone for Indian cinema on the global stage.

Sharing her thoughts after the big win, director Lakshmipriya Devi expressed joy at seeing a story rooted in Manipur resonate internationally. Emphasising the personal and cultural significance of the film, "'Boong' means a little boy in my language, Manipuri. So it's about a boy who wants to get a very special gift for his mother. So he thinks by finding his father, who's been missing for quite a while, that would be the best gift for his mother. So that's basically the story of...