Jahnu Barua

Biography:

Jahnu Barua, born in 1952, is an acclaimed Indian film director known for his contributions to Assamese and Hindi cinema. Over the years, he has written and directed several notable films, including Halodhia Choraye Baodhan Khai (1987), Firingoti (1992), Xagoroloi Bohu Door (1995), Maine Gandhi Ko Nahi Mara (2005), Konikar Ramdhenu (2003), Baandhon (2012), and Ajeyo (2014).

Recognized for his exceptional storytelling and cinematic excellence, Barua has been honored with prestigious awards, including the Padma Shri in 2003 and the Padma Bhushan in 2015. He also served as the chairman of the Indian Film Directors’ Association in 1993. Through his work, he has played a significant role in shaping Indian regional cinema and continues to be a highly respected figure in the industry.

The Raijor Dal officially announced that filmmaker Jahnu Barua, along with Assamese film actress Zerifa Wahid and lawyer Arup Borbora, had extended their support to the party. Their endorsement reflects a growing association between influential cultural and legal personalities and the political movement in Assam.