The Guwahati Asian Film Festival 2026 will confer its Lifetime Achievement Honour on veteran actor Bishnu Kharghoria, recognising his outstanding and long-standing contribution to Assamese and Indian cinema.

About the award and the festival

• The Lifetime Achievement Honour is an annual recognition given to artistes whose work has shaped cinematic culture and inspired generations.
• The second edition of GAFF will be held from January 22 to 25, 2026, at Jyoti Chitraban, Guwahati.
• The festival is organised by Trending Now Media, with support from the National Film Development Corporation and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.

About Bishnu Kharghoria 

• Bishnu Kharghoria is regarded as one of the finest actors of Assamese cinema, known for performances marked by emotional depth, realism and integrity.
• He began his film career with Bristi (1974) and went on to act in several landmark films that shaped regional cinema, including Kollol (1978), Firingoti (1992), Xagoroloi Bohudoor (1995) and Pokhi (1998).
• His contribution has received national and international recognition, including National Film Award (Special Mention) for Xagoroloi Bohudoor and Baandhon.
• He also won the Best Actor Award at the Singapore International Film Festival for Xagoroloi Bohudoor, highlighting the global reach of Assamese cinema.

One-line wrap

GAFF 2026’s Lifetime Achievement Honour to Bishnu Kharghoria celebrates a career that shaped Assamese cinema and carried its stories to national and global audiences.

Exam Hook 

Consider the following statements:

1. Bishnu Kharghoria has received National Film Award recognition for more than one film.
2. The Guwahati Asian Film Festival is organised with support from the National Film Development Corporation.
3. Jyoti Chitraban is a major centre for film and cultural activities in Assam.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: 1, 2 and 3.

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