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Director’s Profile

I’m a self-taught filmmaker with a 22+ years of experience in the field of direction & Production, I would like to enhance my skills and utilize my creativity for the advancement of the film industry in North-East India especially my home state Meghalaya, and It has always been my personal desire to showcase the immense talent pool available in the State of Meghalaya, and North east in general. Further, such opportunities provide me an opportunity to further develop my learning in the field of filmmaking. The recent achievement of being conferred with Kim Jiseok Award for my film Ïewduh-Market (2019) at the prestigious Busan International Film Festival 2019 in South Korea. And also my previous films received best Khasi film at the National Film Awards 2014 and 2016 in India for the films RI–Homeland of Uncertainty (2013), Onaatah: Of the Earth (2016) and also further witnessing both the films being selected for the Indian panorama at the International Film Festival of India 2014 and 2016, and that has renewed my vigor and desire to further create more meaningful films for the benefit of the general population in North East India.

Synopsis

The Elysian Field is a film that illuminates the profound beauty of human connection against the backdrop of inevitable change. Set in the tranquil Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, India in 2047, the story follows Livingstone and his fellow villagers as they grapple with the intertwined forces of loss, love, and resilience.
At its heart, The Elysian Field celebrates the unbreakable bonds of community. In a village now home to only six souls—reduced so drastically by the pull of urban migration—friendship becomes a lifeline, offering solace in the face of loneliness. Through shared moments of grief and longing, these characters discover the true essence of human connection, drawing strength from each other’s presence.
Nostalgia and hope intertwine as the narrative unfolds with poignant grace. Livingstone’s journey aboard a vintage bus becomes a symbolic pilgrimage—a testimony to the enduring love he holds for his late wife, Belinda. Alongside him, a group of endearing individuals each wrestles with personal dreams and desires, set against the haunting reality of dwindling village life.
Yet, in times of both triumph and adversity, these six villagers stand as beacons of resilience. Their collective spirit proves unyielding despite the uncertainties that lie ahead. Bound together by shared experiences, they weave a tapestry of hope, reminding us of timeless truths about love, loss, and the fortifying power of solidarity—even when the rest of the world beckons beyond their cherished homeland.

Achievements

2025 Moscow International Film Festival

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