After 'Dhurandhar', Aditya Dhar eyes grand Lachit Borphukan biopic
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has approached filmmaker Aditya Dhar to direct a grand biopic on the historical Ahom commander Lachit Borphukan. The project is part of a broader government initiative to promote Assamese history through cinema.
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The initiative reflects the use of cultural media and historical narratives as a tool for regional identity and global promotion by state governments.
Fresh off the phenomenal success of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', filmmaker Aditya Dhar could soon be taking on another high-profile project. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has revealed that he has approached the director to helm a biopic on legendary Ahom commander Lachit Borphukan. According to the Chief Minister, discussions with Dhar have already begun, with the vision of creating a Hindi film that introduces the Assamese hero's legacy to audiences across the globe.Chief Minister praises 'Dhurandhar' director Aditya DharSpeaking during a Facebook Live session on Thursday, Himanta Biswa Sarma lauded Dhar's filmmaking abilities while explaining why he was chosen for the proposed venture. Referring to the filmmaker's recent blockbuster, he said, "The movie Dhurandhar was a big hit.
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