Alayaron Movie: “Alayaron”, released in 1986, holds the distinction of being the first Bodo-language film, marking a significant milestone in Bodo cinema and regional Indian filmmaking. Directed by the visionary Jwngdao Bodosa, this film laid the foundation for Bodo-language cinema, showcasing the cultural richness and aspirations of the Bodo community. The term “Alayaron” translates to “Light” or “The Dawn” in English, symbolizing enlightenment and cultural awakening.
Alayaron Bodo Film (1986)
Alayaron is the first Bodo feature movie. It was released on 13 March 1986 at Ganga Talkies, Kokrajhar. The lead roles were played by Amar Narzary and Rohila Brahma. The film was directed by Jwngdao Bodosa, screenplay by Nilkamal Brahma and Hiramba Narzary. The story is based upon the short story “Mwdwi Arw Gwlwmdwi”, which was published “Sirinai Mandar” in 1985, written by Nilkamal Brahma himself. The film gathered the 33rd National Film Awards in 1986, for Best Feature Film in Bodo.
The film’s narrative revolves around the challenges faced by rural Bodo communities and reflects the struggle and dreams of the people, making it relatable to its audience and resonant with themes of strength and identity. Alayaron set a new ideal, not just for Bodo cinema, but also for the broader spectrum of Northeastern Indian cinema, encouraging the production of regional films that narrate local stories and traditions.
Despite its low-budget production, Alayaron succeeded in appealing audiences and was instrumental in inspiring future generations of Bodo filmmakers. Its release was a landmark moment that encouraged the Bodo community to embrace cinema as a medium for storytelling and cultural expression, leading to more Bodo films in the years to come.
| Movie Name | Alayaron (The Dawn) |
| Release Date | 13 March 1986 |
| Directed by | Jwngdao Bodosa |
| Screenplay by | Nilkamal Brahma, Heramba Narzary |
| Based on | “Mwdwi Arw Gwlwmdwi” by Nilkamal Brahma |
| Produced by | Bodosa Film Productions |
| Starring | Amar Narzary Rohila Brahma Tikendrajit Narzary |
| Cinematography | Jwngdao Bodosa |
| Edited by | Jwngdao Bodosa |
| Music by | Mahini Narzary |
| Country | India |
| Language | Bodo |
Alayaron Movie Songs
The lyrics of the Alayaron songs were written by Mahini Narzary and composed by himself. The songs were sung by Arun Narzary and Sulekha Basumatary.
| Title | Artists |
|---|---|
| 1. Pwilao Bikhayao (Alayaron Title Song) | Arun Narzary |
| 2. Angni Be Dwngse Methai | Sulekha Basumatary |
| 3. Nijwm Somao Jakhangpwiyw | Sulekha Basumatary |
| 4. Be Songsarao Gwiya Gwiya | Arun Narzary |
| 5. Ang Khwnayw | Arun Narzary |
Re-Release of Alayaron Film
Mr. Jwngdao Bodosa, the director of the film (Alayaron), revealed in one of his interviews that he no longer had copies of the film. However, he mentioned that a copy of the movie was submitted to be archived at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune.
On 25 September 2021, Pramod Boro, the current CEM of the Bodo Territorial Region (BTR), confirmed through his Facebook Page that the negatives of two films in the Bodo language, Alayaron (1986) and Hagramayao Jinahari (1995), were recovered from Adlabs Films Pvt. Ltd, located in Mumbai.
The negatives were collected by a four-member representative of the Mission Alayaron team after completing the necessary paperwork and paying 11 lakhs and 30 thousand to the caretakers of the film.
After weeks of effort, the Alayaron movie was finally digitized. The movie has been restored in its finest new form now. The colours are much better than before. The sound, too, is now in digital format, and hence, there’s a cancellation of noise that was prevalent in the olden days.
Finally, the first Bodo feature film, Alayaron, was re-released on 5 January 2024 and re-premiered at Bodofa Cultural Complex in Kokrajhar on 10 December 2023. Alayaron continues to be remembered as a pioneering film that brought the Bodo language and culture to the silver screen, preserving and promoting them for future generations.
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