Shumang Leela artiste remembered
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, June 12 2014:
A condolence function in remembrance of Shumang Leela artiste, Nameirakpam Pakchao popularly known for his 'Rahul' character, who passed away on May 31 last, was organized by Manipur State Shumang Leela Council at the residence of the late artiste at Bashikhong Mamang Leikai on Wednesday.
The condolence function was attended by Naba Wareppa, director of Theatre Mirror and Ph Gunachandra, president of Manipur State Shumang Leela Council as Chief Guest and President respectively.
Speaking on the occasion, Ph Gunachandra said that Pakchao was a naturally talented and dedicated artiste who took up Shumang Leela as a profession without thinking much of fame and added that with his demise, the State has lost one of the finest Shumang Leela artistes.
Dignitaries paid floral tributes to the photo of the late artiste as a mark of respect.