Chinmoy Barma
Chinmoy Barma | |
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| Born | August 7, 1993 |
| Citizenship | India |
| Education | Mechanical Engineering (Assam Science and Technology University) |
| Occupation | filmmaker |
Chinmoy Barma (born 7 August 1993 in Nalbari) is An Indian filmmaker renowned for his cinematic craft and storytelling finesse. He is celebrated not only for his academic prowess but also for his fervent dedication to advocating social causes through his films. He hailed from Assam, India.[1]
Early life and education
Barma achieved academic success at a young age. In 2010, he attained the 7th rank in the HSLC (High School Leaving Certificate) examination conducted by the Secondary Education Board of Assam (SEBA).[2][3]
Then, he went on to pursue higher education at Cotton College. He displayed a interest in engineering and successfully completed his engineering degree from the Assam Science and Technology University.[4]
Career
After finishing his studies, Barma spent a year working in Delhi, where he joined an NGO as a city lead, focusing on providing support and resources to those in need. His advocacy for children's rights garnered widespread recognition. His short films portray the ghosts and culture of Assam.[5][4]
He draws ghosts and popular legends of Assamese folklore with the help of artificial intelligence.[6] His paintings became popular on social media and attracted the attention of many people all over the world.[4][7][8]
Works
Short films
| 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 | |
| 3 | Ghorapak | 2020 | Bipin Kalita, Nibedita Kalita, Prayash Sharma Tamuly |
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| 4 | Jokhini | 2022 | Bedabrat Borah, Jyotishree RU Baishya |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
Awards & Recognition
His short film Ahalya won the Best Silent Film Award at the recent Indo-French International Film Festival.[13][12]
Footnotes
- ^ "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
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Chinmoy Barma's Endeavour to Promote Assamese Folklore". Pratidin Time.
- ^ a b c "Engineers using AI to create art series from Assamese folk tales". Times of India.
- ^ "Puppetry, Occultism & Symbolism: All Strings Attached with Assam Filmmaker's Latest Opus". India Today.
- ^ "Real Or Fake? The Story Behind Pope Francis' White Puffer Jacket Pic". NEWS18.
- ^ "From bloodthirsty Pixaas to Jokhini: AI artist's spooky depiction of ghosts from Assam folklore goes viral". Indian Express.
- ^ "Ghosts of Assamese Folklore Sighted in Digital Form with AI Art". The Hindu.
- ^ "Ghorapak, Ojapali and More: Exploration of a Mechanical Engineer". Northeast Today.
- ^ "চিন্ময় বাৰ্মা 'যখিনী', মুক্তিৰ বাবে অপেক্ষাৰত ৰাইজ (Chinmoy Burma 'Jakhini', awaiting release)". Assam Time Post.
- ^ "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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "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.