Filmfare, the leading Indian media institution, is set to host the inaugural edition of the Filmfare Awards Assamese 2024, in partnership with the Jeewan Ram Mungi Devi Goenka Memorial Public Charitable Trust. On March 10, 2024, a grand celebration is set to take place at the Taj Vivanta in Guwahati, showcasing the charm and finesse of Kopil Bora and Aimee Baruah, who will be bringing infectious energy and charisma to the event. The awards ceremony will feature captivating performances by some of the biggest names in Assamese cinema, including Jatin Bora, Nishita Goswami, PreetyKongana, Urmila Mahanta, Priyam Pallabee, Ranjit Gogoi, Gayatri Hazarika and Dikshu Sarma.
The Filmfare ceremony, which began with a virtual press conference, has been officially opened. The panel, including Jitesh Pillai, Shankar Lall Goenka, Sanjive Narain, Partha Sarathi Nandy, Kopil Bora, and Aimee Baruah, has emphasized the importance of acknowledging and celebrating the achievements of Assamese cinema, a culture-rich industry. The Filmfare Awards Assamese will recognize the artistic and technical excellence of Assamese cinema, recognizing its significant contribution to the evolving Indian cinema landscape. The celebration is scheduled to commemorate the release of Assamese movies from J1st January 2023 to 31st December 2023
Mr. Jitesh Pillai, the Editor of Filmfare said, “We look forward to a grand celebration of the indomitable spirit and cultural heritage that Assam brings to the world of cinema.”Adding on, Mr. Shankar Lall Goenka, Managing Director, “The iconic ‘Black Lady’ embodies prestige across India’s entertainment landscape and with this property, it is a dream come true moment for us to illuminate our rich cultural heritage and showcase the authenticity of our cinematic legacy.”