Inamma

Inamma (English: Elder Sister-In-Law) is a 2019 Indian Meitei language film directed by Homeshwori and produced by Takhellambam Chandrakumar, under the banner of Home Films.[1][2] The movie stars Bala Hijam in the title role.[3][4] The other leading actors in the movie are Gokul Athokpam, Gurumayum Bonny, Devita Urikhinbam, Shilheiba Ningthoujam and Biju Ningombam.[5] It was premiered at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT), Imphal on 14 September 2019.[6]

Inamma
Theatrical release poster
Directed byHomeshwori
Screenplay byRanjit Ningthouja
Story byRanjit Ningthouja
Produced byTakhellambam Chandrakumar
StarringBala Hijam
Gokul Athokpam
Gurumayum Bonny
Devita Urikhinbam
Shilheiba Ningthoujam
Biju Ningombam
CinematographySanjit XL
Edited bySanjit XL
Music byNanao Sagolmang
Production
company
Home Films
Distributed byHome Films
Release date
14 September 2019
Running time
153 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageMeitei (officially called Manipuri)

The film is based on the Shumang Kumhei of the same title. In Shumang Kumhei, there is a sequel titled Mama (Inamma 2). But the stories of both the Shumang Kumheis are put together in the single movie.

Plot

Arubi often plots against her Inamma, Memtombi, for no good reason. Chingkheinganba is aware but never acts against his sister for the sake of maintaining peace in the family. When one of Arubi's plan against Memtombi fails miserably and her brother gets to face the consequences, she elopes with her boyfriend Ngahakchao. When Bem (Ngahakchao's sister) treats her Inamma, Arubi with care and respect, Arubi is filled with regret and remorse for her acts done to her Inamma. She begs for forgiveness.

Unfortunately, Memtombi dies while giving birth to her first child. To make up for the loss, Arubi plans to marry Bem to her brother. This creates a tension among the lovebirds Bem and Nongyai, the latter also happens to be Memtombi's younger brother. When Chingkheinganba discovers this, he foils Arubi's plan.

Cast
  • Bala Hijam as Memtombi
  • Gokul Athokpam as Chingkheinganba, Memtombi's husband
  • Gurumayum Bonny as Ngahakchao
  • Devita Urikhinbam as Arubi, Memtombi's sister-in-law
  • Shilheiba Ningthoujam as Dr. Nongyai, Memtombi's younger brother
  • Biju Ningombam as Bem, Ngahakchao's younger sister
  • Ningthouja Jayvidya as Pakchao, Arubi's father
  • Idhou as Agor Momon, Ngahakchao's father

Accolades

Inamma won two awards out of 6 nominations at the 9th MANIFA 2020 organised by Sahitya Seva Samiti, Kakching.[7][8]

Award Category Winner's name Result
9th MANIFA 2020 Best Actor in a Leading Role - Female Bala Hijam Won
Best Actor in a Leading Role - Male Gokul Athokpam Won
Best Feature Film Director:
Homeshwori
Producer:
Takhellambam Chandrakumar		 Nominated
Best Costume Galif Pa Nominated
Best Art Director Hei Sanjit Nominated
Best Choreography Babycha Salam Nominated

Soundtrack

Nanao Sagolmang composed the soundtrack for the film and Rajmani Ayekpam and Ranjit Ningthouja wrote the lyrics. The songs are titled Leinana Yomlibi and Nungshikhreda.

No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Leinana Yomlibi"Rajmani AyekpamNanao SagolmangArbin Soibam, Pushparani Huidrom, SK Mangang, Danubi, Roshan Thoudam, Kabira06:12
2."Nungshikhreda"Ranjit NingthoujaNanao SagolmangHuidrom Nowboy, Pushparani Huidrom04:55
Total length:11:07

References
  1. "Inamma :: Behind the Scenes - Part 1". e-pao.org.
  2. TSE News (8 February 2021). "Prize distribution for 9th MANIFA held". e-pao.net. Retrieved 31 May 2021.
  3. "Inamma :: Behind the Scenes - Part 2". e-pao.org.
  4. "9th Manipuri Film Awards MANIFA 2020 Result announced". e-pao.net.
  5. Desk, Inside Chronicle Digital (12 July 2020). "9th MANIFA winner: 'Eikhoisibu Kanano' wins Best Manipuri Feature Film award". Archived from the original on 29 October 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2021.
  6. "List of nominees 9th Manipur Film Awards MANIFA 2020". e-pao.net.
  7. "Nominees out for 9th MANIFA 2020". www.thesangaiexpress.com.
  8. "Prize distribution for 9th MANIFA held at Kakching". The Sangai Express.
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