Actor Randeep Hooda lauded the Manipuri-language film 'Boong' for its BAFTA win for the Best Children's & Family Film award. Congratulating director Lakshmipriya Devi, he wrote, "At a time when Manipur's healing, this achievement brings pride and hope....From struggle to spotlight, Manipur's stories continue to rise." With this, 'Boong' beat massive films like 'Zootropolis 2' and 'Lilo & Stitch'.