Jonaki Cinema Hall, established in 1937 in Tezpur, by none other than Rupkonwar Jyotiprasad Agarwala, the father of Assamese cinema.
About Jonaki Cinema Hall:
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Location: Tezpur, Assam
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Founder: Jyotiprasad Agarwala
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Established: 1937
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Significance: Venue for promoting Assamese films, art, and drama; cultural center for Assamese identity
Jonaki was not just a movie theatre but a cultural institution, set up by Agarwala with the vision of creating a platform for Assamese films and theatrical arts. It was closely tied to the screening of "Joymoti" (1935), the first Assamese film, also directed by him.
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