Artistes were urged to uphold national and ethnic interests based on their expertise in the arts through a national spirit for the benefit of the nation and its people.
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing underscored that it is necessary to take measures to eliminate the actions carried out through social networks and unethical media that undermine religion, national culture, and unity, mislead young people in their thoughts and beliefs, and weaken the attempts that could harm the nation’s interests.
The Myanmar Motion Pictures Outstanding Award Presentation ceremony for 2024 took place at the Myanmar International Convention Centre I in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday evening, attended by Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing who delivered an opening address and awarded the outstanding artistes.
The Senior General and his wife Daw Kyu Kyu Hla viewed the documentary photos bearing motion pictures of outstanding award winners, films and outstanding artistes and technicians from 1952 to 2023 displayed along the entrance to the Jade Hall.
The Senior General opened the ceremony for 2024 by keeping an Academy Statue on the digital machine board.
Speaking on the occasion, the Senior General delivered an opening address. He said: Myanmar motion pictures, with their rich history spanning over 100 years, have not only entertained the public by providing relaxation and a variety of artistic experiences across different eras but have also played a significant role in reflecting the nation’s important affairs and real situations through art. As a result, it has fulfilled its responsibility to both the country and its people.
Film artistes played a role in inspiring patriotism and unity among ethnic communities during the struggle for independence. Through their artistic talents, they encouraged national spirit, cultural preservation, and solidarity. Even after independence, they continued to contribute to internal peace, national unity, and national development through their artistic endeavours.
Everybody must continuously strive to preserve and document valuable existing national cultural heritage as part of the world’s cultural heritage for all of humanity. For the success of this endeavour, all citizens of Myanmar have to work together and contribute.
The principles conveyed through an art form reflect a nation’s cultural values, making motion pictures an extremely significant medium. As a fusion of art, craftsmanship, and technology, motion pictures possess a profound influence, subtly yet effectively touching the hearts and minds of the people, standing as a powerful form of media and a key instrument of soft power.
All film artistes have to create films that leave a lasting impact on people’s hearts and bring meaningful benefits.
Through artistic expression, they have to aim to raise international awareness of Myanmar and people, fostering deeper connections and understanding seeking to use art as a means to spread knowledge and insights, ensuring that public thoughts and perspectives align with the nation’s progress. Ultimately, these works must initiate collective participation from all citizens in nation-building through powerful and effective artistic works.
As the actions carried out through social networks and unethical media that undermine religion, national culture, and unity, mislead young people in their thoughts and beliefs, and weaken their morale are deliberate attempts that could harm the nation’s interests, it is necessary to take measures to reduce and eliminate them.
Artistes from all arenas have to contribute to the successful implementation of national peace, prosperity, development, and the achievement of goals.
A special request is made to ensure that Myanmar’s traditions and customs do not fade or disappear, to prevent the influence of foreign cultures from overshadowing own culture, and to preserve Myanmar’s cultural identity without losing its essence.
The Senior General also urged all to adapt harmoniously to the changing times while upholding national and ethnic interests based on their expertise in the arts through a national spirit for the benefit of the nation and its people.
Chairman of the Myanmar Motion Pictures Organization Academy U Kyi Soe Tun spoke words of appreciation.
Receptionists of the academy awarding ceremony were introduced to the audiences, and artistes from the MMPO and the National University of Arts and Culture presented a dancing performance with the song titled Myu-hmaung-way-kin.
Union Minister for Information U Maung Maung Ohn announced the winners of the Lifetime Awards for Motion Pictures Achievement for 2024.
The Senior General and his wife presented Lifetime Awards for Motion Pictures Achievement to veteran actor U Kyi Soe, veterans Academy director Maung Hnin Moe, Academy Wah Wah Win Shwe and Academy Khin Than Nu who spoke words of appreciation.
At the announcement of Film Academy Awards for the year 2024, the Best film award was handed to the film ‘Chitthuthar Pantapwint Phyitkhehlyin’ produced by Taurus V Production, the Best cinematography award to Kaung Zan from the film ‘Chitthuthar Pantapwint Phyitkhehlyin’, the Best film music award to Di Ra Mo from the film ‘Eainmet Karyan’, the Best Film Sound Award to Aung Myo Myat and Ye Win from the film ‘Mee’, the Best Film Editing Award to Arkar Kyaw from the film ‘Hnaung’, the Best Film Script Award to Aye Thiri Ko from the film ‘Tein Pachi’ and the special award to makeup performer Lon Lon (Linkadipa).
Myanmar Academy Fashion Awards for 2024 were presented to Yan Aung, Soe Moe Kyi, Htet Aung Shine and Nann Su Yati Soe.
The Best Director Award was presented to Win Lwin Htet from film ‘Eainmet Karyan’, the Best Supporting Actress Award to Chuu Lay from the film ‘Bodaw Kin’, the Best Supporting Actor Award to Aye Chan Maung from the film ‘Mee’, the Best Actress Award to Wut Hmon Shwe Yi from the film ‘Tein Pachi’, and the Best Actor Award to Nay Toe from the film ‘Hnaung’.
Union Minister U Maung Maung Ohn and veteran Academy award winner artistes presented gold statues for Academy Award to relevant winners.
During the ceremony, artistes from MMPO, Myanmar Music Association and Myanmar Theatrical Association performed songs and dances.
The Senior General and his wife cordially greeted intellectuals, intelligentsia and artistes from motion picture, literary, theatrical and music arenas.
Also present at the ceremony were Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, wife of the Senior General, the Council Joint Secretary, council members and their wives, union-level dignitaries, Union ministers and their wives, regional and state chief ministers, senior Tatmadaw officers from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief, the commander of Nay Pyi Taw Command, deputy ministers, patrons, the chair and members of MMPO, officials from Myanmar Motion Pictures Assessment Board, Myanmar Theatrical Association, Myanmar Music Association (Central), Myanmar Press Council, Myanmar Comedian’s Association, international organizations and guests.
The Myanmar motion pictures which started in 1920 turn 105 years now. For the sake of improving standard of the Myanmar’s motion pictures, the Myanmar Motion Pictures Assessment Board has been selecting and awarding outstanding artistes and technicians since 1952. This year’s event was the 66th time in 73 years. — MNA/TTA
