OC Meira

OC Meira, also known as Oinamcha Meira (, born 19 August 1977), is an Indian filmmaker, journalist, and creative writer from Manipur. He is known for directing several Meitei language short and feature films and for his involvement in Meitei literature and journalism.

Early life and family

OC Meira was born on 19 August 1977 in Chana Mayai Leikai, Imphal East, Manipur. His father is Oinam Lukhoi (also known as Chana Lukhoi) and his mother is Oinam Ongbi Nungthinchaibi (also called Chana Lembi). He is married to Rajkumari Vijaya Sana, and they have a child named Lucent Oinam. Kaidongpham (essays, 2008) Saktam Khara Wakhallon Khara (essays, 2011) Sangai Film Production Khomlang Laman (2024) – A feature film directed by Meira, screened at Manipur University during the World Teachers' Day celebration organized by the Manipur University Students' Union. Ashengba Eral (2025) – Directed by Meira and written by Kshetrimayum Subadani, under Dosuyali Film Production. The film won several awards at the 6th Roshani International Film Festival 2025. It won the Best Film award at PRAG Cine Awards Northeast 2023. Bangladeshki Sana Tampha (2025) – The film, directed by OC Meira, at the 5th Reels International Film Festival 2025, received Best Feature Film and Best Story awards.

Awards On 3 December 2017, OC Meira was honored with the Mombi Award by the Manipuri Theatre Centre, Assam, in recognition of his contributions to society through his influential artistic works. On 10 December 2017, in a cultural ceremony, Oinamcha Meira was awarded the title Chingkhei Lammit Meira by the Ima Leisem Inat Yokhat Lup. The organizers stated that he was selected for his unbiased and critical writings. OC Meira received the Jury Special Mention Award at the NIRI 9 – 2nd International Film Festival 2023, held at Sangeet Kala Mandir, Kolkata. Best Lyricist ("Ngamnaba Lanfamse"), at the 12th Manipuri Film Awards (MANIFA) 2025, organized by Thouna Manipur and Film Forum Manipur, held at Central Public Hall, Kakching Sanggai Lampak, Kakching district.

Legacy and influence

From childhood, OC Meira remained connected with theatre and film. His artistic journey was inspired by Shumang Leela groups, MDU, and Rupmahal Theatre artists. By observing their performances, he learned acting techniques indirectly and participated in various drama groups.

His role as Jan Neta Irabot in a street play received wide applause. Through continuous work in theatre and film, Meira became one of the known filmmakers of Manipur.