Priyakanta Laishram
Priyakanta Laishram | |
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| Born | Priyakanta Thoi Laishram 7 November 1998 Imphal East, Manipur, India |
| Alma mater | University of Mumbai Panjab University Amity University, Noida |
| Occupations | Actor, film director, film producer, writer, film editor |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Parent(s) | Harendra Laishram Jibanlata Laishram |
| Relatives | Caroline Laishram (sister) |
Priyakanta Laishram (born 7 November 1998) is an Indian actor, film director, film producer, screenwriter, and film editor from the Meitei ethnicity of Imphal, Manipur who predominantly works in Manipuri films. Known for his socially relevant and unconventional films, he began making children's films at the age of 9 using a Nokia N70 mobile phone, receiving recognitions including The Youngest Filmmaker 2009 from Nokia and Manipur's Rising Star 2011 from Asian News International. His directorial work includes Oneness, notable for being Manipur’s first film centered on same-sex relationships. Laishram has won numerous accolades for his films, including a Manipur State Film Award and the Best Director Northeast award at the Prag Cine Awards.
Some of his notable works are Oneness, The Foul Truth, Up-Close With Priyakanta Laishram, Spaced Out - Panthung Di Kadaaida!, Who Said Boys Can't Wear Makeup?, It's Not My Choice and I am Special.