Boong Takes Home BAFTA for Best Children's Film, What a Win!

The quirky Manipuri film Boong just scored a major win at the BAFTA Awards, taking home the Best Children's & Family Film trophy in London! Director Lakshmipriya Devi made a heartfelt call for peace during her acceptance speech, while Bollywood's Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani celebrated the film's triumph over stiff competition, including Lilo and Stitch and Zootropolis 2.

05:45 am on Monday, 23 February, 2026 | Press Trust of India

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1.Manipuri film 'Boong' wins BAFTA for Best Children's & Family Film.

2.Director Lakshmipriya Devi makes emotional plea for peace in Manipur.

3.Alia Bhatt presents award at BAFTA, emphasizes cinema's universal language.

4.Leonardo DiCaprio's film wins big with six BAFTA trophies.

5.Prince William presents BAFTA Fellowship to Dame Donna Langley.

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Quick rundown

1.Manipuri film 'Boong' wins BAFTA for Best Children's & Family Film.

2.Director Lakshmipriya Devi makes emotional plea for peace in Manipur.

3.Alia Bhatt presents award at BAFTA, emphasizes cinema's universal language.

4.Leonardo DiCaprio's film wins big with six BAFTA trophies.

5.Prince William presents BAFTA Fellowship to Dame Donna Langley.

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BAFTA 2026: 'Very Troubled, Ignored & Unrepresented In India...': Boong Director Lakshmipriya Devi Speaks About Manipur Violence In Winning Speech - Watch Video

Boong Takes Home BAFTA for Best Children's Film, What a Win!

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