Assam GK Topic

Who Is Chameli Memsaab In Assam?

Chameli Memsaab is a famous fictional character from Assamese literature and cinema, best known for her portrayal in the 1975 Assamese film "Chameli Memsaab". The story was originally written as a short story by acclaimed Assamese author Nirad C. Chaudhuri and later adapted into a screenplay by Indreswar Borthakur.

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The film Chameli Memsaab was directed by Abdul Majid and became a milestone in Assamese cinema, winning the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Assamese. The role of Chameli was played by Smita Patil, marking her debut in Assamese cinema. The story is a poignant tale set in the lush tea gardens of Assam and revolves around a romantic relationship between a British tea estate manager and a local tea garden worker named Chameli.