Government of India and National Film Development Corporation Celebrate Global Recognition for Indian Cinema
Government of India and National Film Development Corporation Celebrate Global Recognition for Indian Cinema
Lakshmipriya Devi’s Boong Wins Best Children’s and Family Film at the BAFTA Film Awards 2026. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, along with the National Film Development Corporation, congratulates filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi and the entire team of Boong on winning the Best Children’s and Family Film award at the BAFTA Film Awards 2026. This landmark achievement marks a proud moment for Indian cinema and highlights the growing global appreciation for India’s diverse and meaningful storytelling traditions.
The film’s journey has been supported by India’s film development and festival ecosystem. Boong was curated at Film Bazaar under the Work in Progress Lab and Film Bazaar Recommends in 2023, initiatives designed to nurture promising filmmakers and enable global industry engagement. The film was subsequently screened at the 55th International Film Festival of India in 2024, where it was selected under the Best Debut Director category, further affirming its critical acclaim.
The Government of India and the National Film Development Corporation reaffirm their commitment to strengthening platforms such as Film Bazaar and the International Film Festival of India that empower filmmakers, foster creative excellence, and create pathways for Indian cinema to reach international audiences.
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