General Knowledge of Assam - Complete Guide
What Is The Name Of The First Assamese Children’s Film And Why Is Abuj Bedona Considered A Milestone In Assamese Cinema?
Abuj Bedana (English: Abuj Bedana) is a color Assamese children's film released in 1993, directed by Guna Sindhu Hazarika. It explores the emotional world of children, portraying their innocence, struggles, and silent pain with sensitivity. The film was notable for its realistic storytelling and was later dubbed into Hindi for national broadcast on Doordarshan, expanding its reach across India.
Hazarika, known for his simple yet powerful cinematic style, brought attention to children's issues through this pioneering work. Abuj Bedona remains a landmark in Assamese cinema, not just for its genre, but for its heartfelt portrayal of childhood in Assamese society.
The film was screened in cinemas during December, at the end of that year. It is the only feature film directed by Hazarika. The movie was produced by Bipul Barua under the banner of Mahabahu Cine Enterprises, with music composed by Dilip Sharma.
The film was showcased at the International Children's Film Festival held in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Its Hindi-dubbed version was broadcast on Doordarshan’s national channel. While working on the film Nayanmoni, director Guna Sindhu Hazarika met with an accident and lost his eyesight. Despite this, he successfully directed Abuj Bedana with the help of others.
Cast of Abuj Bedona - The first Assamese children’s film:
- Mintu Konwar
- Dhruvajyoti Das
- Raja Majid
- Alpana Barua
- Manashi Buzarbaruah
- Rupa Choudhury
- Bipul Barua
- Dr. Hemen Barman
- Kumud Nath
- Binoy Bordoloi
- Jagadish Das
- Chetana Das
- Meena Kumari Barman
- Meena Kumari Duwara