Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says talks underway with Aditya Dhar for Lachit Borphukan biopic
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma shared talks are underway with Aditya Dhar to direct a Bollywood-scale biopic on Ahom general Lachit Borphukan.
Adding to this, According to the chief minister, the proposed movie aims to bring the life and legacy of one of Assam's most celebrated historical figures to a national and international audience through a Bollywood-scale production.
Meanwhile, Sharing an update on the project, Sarma shared discussions are currently being held with Aditya Dhar, best known for directing the National Award-winning Uri: The Surgical Strike and the soon-to-release Dhurandhar .
Notably, The chief minister also opened up that he is scheduled to meet Dhar in August to discuss the proposed movie in detail.
As per the latest buzz, However, Sarma clarified that the project is not dependent on a single filmmaker: "If Aditya Dhar is unable to direct the movie, we will approach other directors. The objective is to ensure that a grand biopic on Lachit Borphukan is made," he shared.
In further updates, If the collaboration moves forward, it would mark the first time the Assam government backs a Bollywood-scale feature movie based on the life of Lachit Borphukan.
On top of that, Sarma shared the vision behind the project is to introduce audiences across India and the world to Assam's history and the military achievements of the Ahom commander.
Lachit Borphukan is regarded as one of Assam's greatest military leaders and remains a revered figure in the state's history. He is best known for leading the Ahom army to victory against the Mughal forces in the historic Battle of Saraighat in 1671.
Source: Bollywood Hungama