Manipuri-language Film
Meitei cinema (), also known as Maniwood, is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Meitei language (officially called Manipuri language), widely spoken in the state of Manipur. The popular term Maniwood, is a portmanteau of "Manipuri" (official name of Meitei) and "Cinema of the United States, Hollywood". Since its inception, Meitei cinema has played a significant role in the Meitei linguistic purism movement, often emphasizing proper Meitei language in place of pidgin dialects. The origins of Meitei cinema date back to , released in 1972 as the first full-length Meitei-language film and the first film made in Manipur. The film won the President's Medal at the 20th National Film Awards, establishing a milestone in Manipuri cinema. Another landmark came with in 1981, which brought international recognition by winning the Golden Montgolfiere at the 1982 Festival des 3 Continents in Nantes, elevating Indian cinema on the global stage ...
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