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The Chosen One (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 1990, The Chosen One is a drama film directed by Aribam Syam Sharma, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. This Manipuri drama opens as a happy young couple are preparing for an ear-piercing ceremony for their first child, a daughter. This is an important custom in their region of India, signifying the beginning of a responsible stage in life. Things go awry when the wife begins talking to flowers, singing odd songs, and having fits. In fact, the fits get so violent that she has to be physically restrained and tied down to prevent her from hurting herself. It eventually emerges that she has been chosen by a spirit which is special to a particular religious cult, the Meibis. Things proceed swiftly with her new, unsought, allegiance as she makes contact with the cult and its leader and prepares to leave her heartsick husband and child behind.

Who’s in it. The Chosen One stars Anoubam Kiranmala as Tampha, Kangabam Tomba as Dhanabir, Baby Molly and Manbi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Chosen One has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Chosen One page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Chosen One tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Chosen One (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chosen One change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Chosen One worth watching?
The Chosen One holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Chosen One?
The Chosen One stars Anoubam Kiranmala, Kangabam Tomba, Baby Molly, Manbi and Dhiren.
When was The Chosen One released?
The Chosen One was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.