The Chosen One (1990)

The Chosen One (1990) poster

This Manipuri drama opens as a happy young couple are preparing for an ear-piercing ceremony for their first child, a daughter. This is an important custom in their region of India, signifying the beginning of a responsible stage in life. Things go awry when the wife begins talking to flowers, singing odd songs, and having fits. In fact, the fits get so violent that she has to be physically restrained and tied down to prevent her from hurting herself. It eventually emerges that she has been chosen by a spirit which is special to a particular religious cult, the Meibis. Things proceed swiftly with her new, unsought, allegiance as she makes contact with the cult and its leader and prepares to leave her heartsick husband and child behind.

Director: Aribam Syam Sharma
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 91 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Aribam Syam Sharma
Cinematography: Girish Padhiar
Editing: Ujjal Nandi
Production: Aribam Syam Sharma Productions
Country: India
Original Language: xx

Themes

Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son

Keywords

family

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Chosen One about?
This Manipuri drama opens as a happy young couple are preparing for an ear-piercing ceremony for their first child, a daughter. This is an important custom in their region of India, signifying the beginning of a responsible stage in life. Things go awry when the wife begins talking to flowers, singing odd songs, and having fits. In fact, the fits get so violent that she has to be physically restrained and tied down to prevent her from hurting herself. It eventually emerges that she has been chosen by a spirit which is special to a particular religious cult, the Meibis. Things proceed swiftly with her new, unsought, allegiance as she makes contact with the cult and its leader and prepares to leave her heartsick husband and child behind.
Who directed The Chosen One?
The Chosen One was directed by Aribam Syam Sharma.
Who stars in The Chosen One?
The Chosen One stars Anoubam Kiranmala, Kangabam Tomba, Baby Molly, Manbi, Dhiren, Tara.
How long is The Chosen One?
The Chosen One has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
What genre is The Chosen One?
The Chosen One is a Drama film.
Where was The Chosen One produced?
The Chosen One was produced in India.
What are the themes of The Chosen One?
The themes of The Chosen One include: Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son.