Chinmoy Barma Explained
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.
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.[4] His advocacy for children's rights garnered widespread recognition. His short films portray the ghosts and culture of Assam.[5] His paintings became popular on social media and attracted the attention of many people all over the world.[7] [8] [9]
Works
Short films
| No | Name | Year | In Acting | Source |
|---|
| 1 | Xathor | 2016 | Arnav Jyoti Arya,
Satyen Dutta | |
| 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 | |
| 6 | Tezor Tukura | 2023 | Dikshita Rajbanshi | |
| 7 | Ahalya | 2023 | Samiksha Das,
Chandranki Deka,
Karan Kumar Das,
Dikshita Rajbanshi | |
| 8 | Hijra | 2024 | Udayan Duarah Mrinal,
Bedabrat Borah,
Subhranil | |
| 9 | Burhi Aair Xadhu | 2024 | | |
| 10 | Narakasur | 2024 | Mrinal Riku Sarmah,
Oprotirodhyo,
Jayshree,
Kishor,
Nitish,
Ritismita | |
| 11 | Fagungatha | 2024 | | | |
Awards & Recognition
His short film "Ahalya" won the Best Silent Film Award at the recent Indo-French International Film Festival.[14] [15] [16]
Notes and References
- News: Karmakar . Rahul . 2023-03-22 . Ghosts of Assamese folklore sighted in digital form with AI art . en-IN . The Hindu . 2023-11-29 . 0971-751X.
- Web site: From bloodthirsty Pixaas to Jokhini: Assam Youth Makes AI-Generated Art Depicting Ghosts from Assamese Folklore . 23 March 2023. News Live.
- Web site: Chinmoy Barma's Endeavour to Promote Assamese Folklore. 21 March 2023. Pratidin Time.
- Web site: List of New Delhi Children's Hospital & Research Centre (Non-Profit) employees . signalhire.com.
- Web site: Real Or Fake? The Story Behind Pope Francis' White Puffer Jacket Pic . 28 March 2023. NEWS18.
- Web site: Puppetry, Occultism & Symbolism: All Strings Attached with Assam Filmmaker's Latest Opus. 4 July 2021. India Today.
He draws ghosts and popular legends of Assamese folklore with the help of artificial intelligence.[5]
- News: Engineers using AI to create art series from Assamese folk tales . 19 April 2023. Times of India.
- Web site: Indian Express. From bloodthirsty Pixaas to Jokhini: AI artist's spooky depiction of ghosts from Assam folklore goes viral. 23 March 2023 .
- News: Ghosts of Assamese Folklore Sighted in Digital Form with AI Art . 22 March 2023. The Hindu. Karmakar . Rahul .
- Web site: Desk . Sentinel Digital . 2023-01-04 . Reflection of folk culture of Assam in Chinmoy Barma's short films . 2024-04-15 . Sentinel Assam . en.
- Web site: Ghorapak, Ojapali and More: Exploration of a Mechanical Engineer. 24 August 2020. Northeast Today.
- Web site: চিন্ময় বাৰ্মা 'যখিনী', মুক্তিৰ বাবে অপেক্ষাৰত ৰাইজ (Chinmoy Burma 'Jakhini', awaiting release). 23 October 2021. Assam Time Post.
- Web site: যখিনীক লৈয়ে নিৰ্মাণ এখন চুটি ছবিঃ নৱপ্ৰজন্মৰ পৰিচালক চিন্ময় বাৰ্মাৰ নতুন পৰিকল্পনা (A short film about Yakhini: New plans by young director Chinmay Burma). 23 February 2023. assamtimespost.in.
- Web site: ইণ্ডো-ফ্ৰান্স আন্তঃৰাষ্ট্ৰীয় চলচ্চিত্ৰ মহোৎসৱত উজলিল যুৱ পৰিচালক চিন্ময় বাৰ্মাৰ 'অহল্যা' (Young director Chinmoy Burma's 'Ahalya' shines at Indo-French International Film Festival). 13 December 2023. voice24x7.in.
- Web site: 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). 13 December 2023. Pratidin Time.
- Web site: Chinmoy Barma's Silent Masterpiece 'Ahalya' Triumphs at Indo-French Film Fest 2023 . 2024-04-15 . www.guwahatiplus.com . en.
