Assamese Film ‘Dear Awa’ Wins Best Inspirational Film Award in Mumbai

Guwahati: Assamese filmmaker Dr. Lachit Baruah’s Dear Awa (Dear Father) has won the Best Inspirational Film award at the Mumbai International Film Festival. The film explores the traditions, cultural heritage and social challenges of Assam’s indigenous Singpho community. Assam Cabinet Minister Atul Bora also features in a special acting role.

The film, which premiered internationally at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, has also been selected for the competitive sections of the Jaipur and Dhaka International Film Festivals in 2027. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma congratulated Dr. Baruah and the entire team, describing the recognition as a proud achievement for Assam and Northeast Indian cinema.