Cannes Film Festival 1991: Un Certain Regard Award
National Film Awards 1991: Regional Award
Best Feature Film in Manipuri
WINNER
For effectively portraying the tragedy behind the institution of Maibi which unfortunately shatters a family.
National Film Awards 1991: Silver Lotus Award
Special Mention
WINNER
For a debut performance depicting various levels of conflict effectively.
Manipur State Film Festival 1994: Maibi Award
Best Actress
WINNER
For her super performance in portraying the experiences and emotions of a young married women who is called to cult of a professional Maibi.
Manipur State Film Festival 1994: Maibi Award
Best Direction
WINNER
For a well-researched and aesthetic presentation of the Maibi cult of the Meitei community cinematically.
Manipur State Film Festival 1994: Maibi Award
Best Feature Film
WINNER
For its successful presentation of the unique cult of Maibi, the venerated priestess and spiritual medium in the Meitei traditional spiritual system fulfilling the requisites of a good film.