Bishesh Huirem becomes first transgender to win best actor award

Bishesh Huirem becomes the first transgender actress who was honoured with the Best Actor Award in the prestigious Manipur State Film Awards.

She received the award for exceptional performance in the film ‘Apaiba Leichil’ (floating clouds) for portraying a transgender character. She also clinched the Special Mention Award.

Best Feature Film: ‘Eikhoigi Yum’ directed by Romi Meitei

Best Direction Award: Bobby Haobam for the film ‘Rongdaife’