‘Lahari’ Wins Best Odia Feature Film at 72nd National Film Awards
Odisha Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik lauded the achievement and extended his best wishes to the director, producer and film crew
Bhubaneswar: The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards have been announced, honouring the best artists in Indian cinema for the year 2024.
Odia cinema has reason to celebrate as ‘Lahari’ has been selected as the Best Odia Feature Film. The film has been directed by Amartya Bhattacharya and produced by Jhilik Bhattacharya under the Jhilik Motion Pictures banner.
Odisha Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik lauded the achievement and extended his best wishes. Taking to X platform he wrote, “It is a matter of great joy that ‘Lahari’ has been nominated for the National Film Award as the best Odia film. I extend my best wishes to the film’s producer, actors, and everyone associated with it. I wish for further success for all in the coming days.”
The story is rooted in social values and focuses on the bond between a father and son. Like waves of laughter, it also depicts waves of tears, capturing many ups and downs of real life.
The film also carries the message that age is never a barrier to development. It shows how villagers are driving progress through eco-tourism.
‘Lahari’ had earlier been screened and received appreciation at the Kolkata International Film Festival and the Melbourne Film Festival.
