15 rare 8mm reels by Manipur film pioneer Maharaj Kumar Priyabrata Singh set for international preservation

Fragile 8mm film reels from the early days of cinema in Manipur are currently in the process of being preserved. This international initiative aims to protect the state’s visual heritage, honoring early filmmakers such as Maharaj Kumar Priyabrata Singh, who extensively documented Manipuri life. The efforts led by the SN Chand Cine Archive & Museum are vital in ensuring that the cinematic legacy of Manipur endures.