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It's Not My Choice
It's Not My Choice (Manipuri: Eina Khankhiba Natte) is a 2015 Manipuri film written and directed by Priyakanta Laishram and produced by Harendra Laishram under the banner of Priyakanta Productions.[1] Starring Bishesh Huirem, Ithoi Oinam, and Chakpram Idhou, the film tells the story of a young transgender Sanathoi who is deprived of her basic rights. The film was released on 1 September 2015, in Imphal at the Regional Institute Of Medical Sciences and screened at 25 film festivals.[2] The film is the first Indian short film to be adapted in Thai and the first short film from Northeast India to surpass 1 lakh views and 1 million views on YouTube.[3] ProductionDevelopmentIn an interview with Scroll.in, Priyakanta Laishram stated that he developed the idea for the film during his senior secondary education in Chandigarh, while meeting his sister's transgender friends and a friend shunned for being effeminate. He believed his films could express his authentic self and address societal taboo topics.[4] FilmingIn a two-day schedule, principal photography for the film began in Imphal on 8 August 2015, and concluded on 9 August 2015.[2] On Gaylaxy, Laishram stated that the entire film was shot in 2015 during the riots, curfews, mass processions, and strikes over the Inner Line Permit in Manipur.[5] Post production and releaseBalli Ningthoujam composed the film's music, while Priyakanta Laishram handled the editing.[1] On 1 September 2015, the film was premiered at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal.[2] Later, it was screened at Rajabhat University, Delhi University, Punjab University, and Mumbai University.[6] The film became the first from Northeast India to receive more than one million views after it was made available for online streaming on YouTube on 15 January 2017.[1] AdaptationIn 2024, the film has become the first Indian film to be adapted into Thai language.[7] ReceptionUpon release, the film received favorable reviews, with reviewers applauding the performances, writing, and direction in particular. The Sangai Express wrote, "It's Not My Choice triumphs in every aspect".[1] Signpost News wrote, "The 14-minute film does more in its brief running time than any other Manipuri feature film in its genre that is two or three hours long."[2] E-pao wrote, "A project like this comes full circle with the clear passion behind it. Definitely, a step towards more progressive Manipuri queer cinema."[8] Cast
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