Paokhum Ama
Paokhum Ama is a 1983 Manipuri film and also the first colour cinema of Manipur. The film is directed by Aribam Syam Sharma and written by M. K. Binodini Devi. It stars Kangabam Tomba and Yengkhom Roma in the lead roles. The movie was premiered at the Tyneside International Film Festival, United Kingdom.
Synopsis
The film explores the diverse lifestyles of modern-day India. In urban society, corruption is widespread, with bribes influencing career progression. However, there is an alternative: life in the hills, where people face life with acceptance and gratitude for nature's gifts. Ultimately optimistic, the film tells the story of a Manipuri youth who, having endured personal pain and disappointment, faces the struggle of his family for a different way of life with new hope and energy.Cast
- Kangabam Tomba as Iboyaima
- Yengkhom Roma as Harmila
- Soraisam Dhiren as Iboyaima's brother
- Huirem Manglem as Sanahal
- Thokchom Ongbi Jamini as Bina
- Kshetrimayum Rashi
- Wangkhem Lalitkumar