Global Debut of 'Lachit The Warrior' at IFFI Showcases Valor and Legacy
The narrative of "Lachit" unfolds in seventeenth-century Assam, a time when marauding Mughals posed a formidable threat to the Ahom dynasty.
"Lachit The Warrior," an animated film directed by Parthasarathi Mahanta and produced by Mina Mahanta and Indrani Baruah, has earned a coveted spot in the prestigious 'Indian Panorama' of the International Film Festival of India 2023 (IFFI), set to take place in Goa. The global audience will witness the screening of this historical animation on November 21, 2023.
The narrative of "Lachit" unfolds in seventeenth-century Assam, a time when marauding Mughals posed a formidable threat to the Ahom dynasty. In 1662, the Ahoms suffered defeats, losing significant territories. Amidst the turmoil, Lachit, a valiant man, questioned the king's inability to find a worthy opponent for the Mughals. Acknowledging Lachit's remarkable valor, the king summoned him to lead the army against the invaders.
Directed by Parthasarathi Mahanta, "Lachit The Warrior" serves as an audio-visual documentary on Lachit Barphukan, delving into his ancestry, charismatic personality, diplomatic and naval skills, physical prowess, unmatched valor, and resolute patriotism. The film chronicles the events leading to the reclamation of Guwahati from the Mughals in 1667, the pivotal battle of Alaboi in 1669, and the decisive victory in the battle of Saraighat in 1671, marking the end of Mughal military campaigns.
