The assimilation efforts towards Hinduism in historic Manipur, under the patronage of kings, reshaped the ethnic landscape, particularly for the Meiteis. The establishment of Hinduism as the state religion in the eighteenth century transformed the indigenous Meitei belief system, elevating Brahmins from the West, previously non-existent, to the apex of the social hierarchy. Despite initial social integration through local marriages, a gradual divergence emerged between Brahmins (locally known as Bamons) and Meiteis in matrimonial alliances. Over time, Bamons accrued elite status and land holdings within the Hinduized Meitei society. This study examines how contemporary perceptions of Brahmin identity are shaped by historical narratives, and investigates the adaptation of Brahmins into Meitei society through changes in lifestyle and attitude.