Assam GK Topic

Who Was The First Assamese To Receive The Dadasaheb Phalke Award?

The first Assamese to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest award in cinema, was Dr. Bhupen Hazarika.

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He was honoured in 1992 for his immense contribution to Indian cinema as a lyricist, composer, singer, filmmaker, and writer. Dr. Hazarika’s work reflected the soul of Assam and the Northeast and played a key role in popularizing Assamese music and culture across India and beyond. His legacy continues to inspire generations in the field of music and film.