MSFDS mourns demise of actor W Somoraj
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, December 21 2021: Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS) has expressed deep condolences over the untimely demise of Wahengbam Somoraj, a dedicated film actor who shot into fame for his role in the 35mm celluloid film "Cheina" (2003) .

A resident of Tera Sapam Leirak, Somoraj passed away at his residence Monday night after suffering a long spell of depression.

He was 48 years old and is survived by his wife.

In the sad demise of Somoraj, Manipuri Cinema has loss a talented and extremely dedicated film actor.

MSFDS shares the grief of the bereaved family.

Although he is gone, his memory will be cherished by the film community, said a release issued by MSFDS secretary Sunzu Bachaspatimayum.

National Film awardee filmmaker, Oken Amakcham who directed, "Cheina" recalled Somoraj as a soft-spoken and dedicated actor when he cast him for his film after seeing his performance in the hit music video, "Mayara Mayara" .

"Somoroj came to me when I was scouting out for a main protagonist for "Cheina" .

He bowed and touched my feet and requested me to mould him into a good film actor.

I assured him to do the same if he dedicates and will ing to discipline himself as a professional.

In fact, "Cheina was his training gro,und as an actor and I must say he transformed into a fine actor, playing his role very well," said Oken Amakcham, who bagged the best director award for "Cheina" .

The same film was adjudged the best feature film at the 6th Manipur State Film Awards 2006.Somoraj was also a popular face in Manipuri music video, notable ones being, "Mitta Karigi Kajal No Yekliba" and "Nungshi Maithong do Yengjage", the secretary recounted, adding that as a mark of respect and homage to the departed actor, a candlelight memorial was observed at Manipuri Cinema Memorial, MSFDS complex .

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