Assamese Cinema Earns Praise at 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)
Assamese cinema drew warm applause at IFFI 2025 as two films, Bhaimon Da and Patralekha, were presented at an engaging press conference, celebrating the cultural legacy of Assam.
Director Sasanka Samir introduced Bhaimon Da, the first commercial biopic on legendary filmmaker Munin Barua, tracing his inspiring journey and contribution to 90 years of Assamese cinema. He shared that the film reflects Barua’s passion, struggles and the spirit of an entire cinematic era, shaped through five years of dedicated research and extensive archival work.
Director Namrata Datta spoke about Patralekha, inspired by a timeless song of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika. The short film explores love, silence and separation through visually contrasting village and cityscapes, capturing emotional depth through light and mood.
Both films stood as heartfelt artistic tributes, reaffirming Assamese cinema’s emotional richness and storytelling power on the global IFFI.
