Garo Hills Celebrates National Film Award Winners Dominic Megam Sangma & Eva Gunme Marak

 

Tura, Meghalaya – 26 September 2025 – Garo Hills proudly celebrated its rising stars, Dominic Megam Sangma and Eva Gunme Marak, at a grand felicitation ceremony in Tura. Their critically acclaimed film, Rimdogittang (Rapture), was honoured with the Best Garo Film award at the 71st National Film Awards, presented by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu. This achievement has brought nationwide recognition to Garo cinema and Meghalaya’s creative talent.

 

Felicitation Ceremony Brings Community Together

The event at Moksh Villa, Tura was attended by a vibrant mix of church leaders, priests, nuns, clan representatives, educationists, students, and the film’s cast and crew. Cultural performances, words of appreciation, and congratulatory messages filled the evening, creating an atmosphere of pride and celebration for the community.

Inspiring Words from the Awardees

In his heartfelt speech, Shri Dominic Megam Sangma said:
 “Let this not just be my and Eva Gunme Marak’s award, but the award of Garo Hills. May this be the beginning of many such achievements, as our young people rise to bring laurels to Garo Hills and the state of Meghalaya.”

His message resonated deeply, inspiring the youth and reaffirming the importance of regional cinema in promoting culture and creativity.

A Milestone for Garo Cinema

This felicitation not only celebrated the personal success of the awardees but also highlighted the growing recognition of Garo films on a national stage. It stands as a proud moment for Meghalaya, symbolizing the region’s artistic potential and the promise of future achievements in cinema.