Guwahati: The Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS) has called for entries for the prestigious 16th Manipur State Film Awards, 2024!

The MSFDS is accepting entries to be given to Manipuri feature films, Documentary films, Short films, and Music Videos produced and censored by the CBFC, between 1st January 2023 and 31st December 2023, said a statement.  

Entries for the State Film Awards are also invited for Best Writings on Manipuri Cinema, consisting of awards for Best Film Critic and Best Book on Manipuri Cinema published between 1st January 2023 to 31st December 2023 in Manipuri or English language, it added.

Films made in Manipuri language or any dialects spoken in the State and censored by the CBFC are eligible for entry in the Competition. For non-feature films, the commentary/narration may also be in English or any other dialect. All film entries submitted MUST have English subtitles.

Interested filmmakers, producers, film critics, and authors of film books may apply online for the State Awards at www.msfds.org or offline through the Secretary MSFDS.  Hard copies of the Entry Forms may be obtained from the MSFDS office, Palace Gate, Imphal East during office hours. The last date for online as well as offline submission of entries is March 15, 2024.