New Delhi, May 27 -- Sikkim filmmaker Tribeny Rai's debut feature film 'Shape of Momo' is all set to hit theatres in India, following a successful run across the global festival circuit.

Ahead of the film's release, Tribeny Rai, in a conversation with ANI, observed how the growing recognition of 'Shape of Momo' marks an important moment for emerging filmmakers from Sikkim and parts of the North East.

"The idea of art and artists has just begun to flourish in Sikkim, and especially with the state government's support lately, we are beginning to get a platform where we can express, and people can dream of becoming artists. The kind of love that our film has been receiving, a lot of people have begun to understand the journey of a filmmake...