Chinmoy Barma (born 7 August 1993) is an Indian filmmaker known for his cinematic craft and storytelling, also recognized for his academic achievements and dedication to social causes in his films. He is from Nalbari, Assam.[1]
Chinmoy Barma | |
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| Born | August 7, 1993 |
| Citizenship | India |
| Education | Mechanical Engineering (Assam Science and Technology University) |
| Occupation | Filmmaker |
Early life and education
editBarma achieved the 7th rank in the 2010 HSLC (High School Leaving Certificate) examination conducted by the Secondary Education Board of Assam (SEBA).[2][3] He pursued higher education at Cotton College and later completed his engineering degree from Assam Science and Technology University.[4]
Career
editAfter finishing his studies, Barma spent a year working in Delhi, where he joined an NGO as a city lead, which focuses on providing support and resources to those in need.[5] His advocacy for children's rights garnered widespread recognition, alongside his short films which portray the folklore and culture of his home state of Assam.[6][4]
Barma additionally creates images of ghosts and other popular legends from Assamese folklore using artificial intelligence, which has gained significant popularity on social media, even receiving worldwide attention.[4][7][8][9]
Works
editShort films
edit| No | Name | Year | In Acting | Source |
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| 1 | Xathor | 2016 | Arnav Jyoti Arya, Satyen Dutta |
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| 2 | Morome Ringiyai | 2019 | Biren Das | [10] |
| 3 | Ghorapak | 2020 | Bipin Kalita, Nibedita Kalita, Prayash Sharma Tamuly |
[11][12] |
| 4 | Jokhini | 2022 | Bedabrat Borah, Jyotishree RU Baishya |
[13] |
| 5 | Aham | 2022 | Jahnab, Trinayan, Janki, Jayshree Patgiri |
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| 6 | Tezor Tukura | 2023 | Dikshita Rajbanshi | |
| 7 | Ahalya | 2023 | Samiksha Das, Chandranki Deka, Karan Kumar Das, Dikshita Rajbanshi |
[14][15] |
| 8 | Hijra | 2024 | Udayan Duarah
Mrinal, |
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| 9 | Burhi Aair Xadhu | 2024 | [a] | |
| 10 | Narakasur | 2024 | Mrinal Riku Sarmah, Oprotirodhyo, Jayshree, Kishor, Nitish, Ritismita |
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| 11 | Fagungatha | 2024 | ||
| 12 | Khiriki | 2024 | Jumon Deka, Karan Kumar Das | [16] |
Awards & Recognition
editBarma's short film "Ahalya" won the Best Silent Film Award at the recent Indo-French International Film Festival.[17][14][15] He received a prestigious award at the Kazakhstan International Film Festival in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the film industry, particularly his efforts in promoting Assamese folklore through his innovative films.[18][19]
Footnotes
edit- ^ "Burhi Aair Xadhu", which literally translates to "Grandmother's Tales", is a compilation of stories and folklore by the renowned Assamese author and poet Lakshminath Bezbaruah.
References
edit- ^ Karmakar, Rahul (2023-03-22). "Ghosts of Assamese folklore sighted in digital form with AI art". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2023-11-29.
- ^ "From bloodthirsty Pixaas to Jokhini: Assam Youth Makes AI-Generated Art Depicting Ghosts from Assamese Folklore". News Live. 23 March 2023.
- ^ "Chinmoy Barma's Endeavour to Promote Assamese Folklore". Pratidin Time. 21 March 2023.
- ^ a b c "Engineers using AI to create art series from Assamese folk tales". Times of India. 19 April 2023.
- ^ "List of New Delhi Children's Hospital & Research Centre (Non-Profit) employees". signalhire.com.
- ^ "Puppetry, Occultism & Symbolism: All Strings Attached with Assam Filmmaker's Latest Opus". India Today. 4 July 2021.
- ^ "From bloodthirsty Pixaas to Jokhini: AI artist's spooky depiction of ghosts from Assam folklore goes viral". Indian Express. 23 March 2023.
- ^ Karmakar, Rahul (22 March 2023). "Ghosts of Assamese Folklore Sighted in Digital Form with AI Art". The Hindu.
- ^ "Real Or Fake? The Story Behind Pope Francis' White Puffer Jacket Pic". NEWS18. 28 March 2023.
- ^ Digital, Sentinel (2023-01-04). "Reflection of folk culture of Assam in Chinmoy Barma's short films". Sentinel Assam. Retrieved 2024-04-15.
- ^ "Ghorapak, Ojapali and More: Exploration of a Mechanical Engineer". Northeast Today. 24 August 2020.
- ^ "চিন্ময় বাৰ্মা 'যখিনী', মুক্তিৰ বাবে অপেক্ষাৰত ৰাইজ (Chinmoy Burma 'Jakhini', awaiting release)". Assam Time Post. 23 October 2021.
- ^ "যখিনীক লৈয়ে নিৰ্মাণ এখন চুটি ছবিঃ নৱপ্ৰজন্মৰ পৰিচালক চিন্ময় বাৰ্মাৰ নতুন পৰিকল্পনা (A short film about Yakhini: New plans by young director Chinmay Burma)". assamtimespost.in. 23 February 2023.
- ^ a b "ইণ্ডো-ফ্ৰান্স আন্তঃৰাষ্ট্ৰীয় চলচ্চিত্ৰ মহোৎসৱ ২০২৩ত উজলিল যুৱ পৰিচালক চিন্ময় বাৰ্মাৰ 'অহল্যা'(Young director Chinmay Burma's 'Ahalya' shines at Indo-France International Film Festival)". Pratidin Time. 13 December 2023.
- ^ a b "Chinmoy Barma's Silent Masterpiece 'Ahalya' Triumphs at Indo-French Film Fest 2023". www.guwahatiplus.com. Retrieved 2024-04-15.
- ^ "উদীয়মাণ পৰিচালক চিন্ময় বাৰ্মাৰ এইবাৰ নৱতম ছবি 'খিৰিকী'". Asomiya Pratidin (in Assamese). 2024-09-03. Retrieved 2024-09-13.
- ^ "ইণ্ডো-ফ্ৰান্স আন্তঃৰাষ্ট্ৰীয় চলচ্চিত্ৰ মহোৎসৱত উজলিল যুৱ পৰিচালক চিন্ময় বাৰ্মাৰ 'অহল্যা' (Young director Chinmoy Burma's 'Ahalya' shines at Indo-French International Film Festival)". voice24x7.in. 13 December 2023.
- ^ Bharat, E. T. V. (2024-08-04). "যুৱ পৰিচালক চিন্ময় বাৰ্মালৈ বিশেষ সন্মান - Chinmoy Barma". ETV Bharat News (in Assamese). Retrieved 2024-09-13.
- ^ Newsdesk, Chalachitram (2024-08-01). "Chinmoy Barma honoured with a Kazakhstan award". Chalachitram. Retrieved 2024-09-13.