Draft:Aājoor (2024)

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Aājoor is an award-winning feature film in the Bajjika language.

Synopsis

The film explores the life of Saloni, a resilient girl from rural Bihar, who challenges societal norms to pursue her education while managing household responsibilities after her mother's early demise. The film highlights her journey as she navigates societal scorn and the boys' newfound obsession with social networking sites, supported by her father, a vocalist in a Launda Dance team.

Production

Fundraising

Creating Aājoor was a collaborative effort that united the community across caste lines, with over 500 people supporting the project through crowdfunding. The film took five years to complete, relying solely on community involvement, with no backing from traditional production houses or sales agents.

Storytelling

This film reflects the resilience of a young girl fighting against the constraints of societal norms while capturing the curiosity and challenges of rural life. Aājoor resonates with audiences globally, sparking meaningful conversations and fostering a deeper appreciation of diverse human experiences.

Team

Written & Directed by: Aaryan Chandra Prakash
Editor: Ankur Das
Director of Photography (DOP): Aftab Akram
Sound Design: Abhishek Patil
Colourist: Bobby Brahma
Produced by: Shrirampur Samvad Foundation
Co-produced by: Prithipal Singh Matharu, Nutan Kumari, Arpit Chhikara
Executive Producer: Aaryan Chandra Prakash
Assistant Team: Avinash Chandra Prakash, Harishankar Kumar, Chandrakant Kumar, Prince Kumar

Director's Note

Aājoor is more than a feature film; it celebrates rural creativity, challenges societal conservatism, and an ode to the connection between children and nature. It is the first-ever feature film in the Bajjika language, showcasing the authentic essence of Shrirampur village in the Sitamarhi district, its stories, and its people.

Official Selection

Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF): Official Selection under National Competition on Indian Languages
International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK): Official Selection under Indian Cinema Now.

Awards

Year	Award	Category	Recipient(s)	Result	Ref.
2024	Best Director	Indian Languages Films	Aaryan Chandra Prakash	Won	^[1]

References

^ Banerjee, Sudeshna (12.12.24, 07:10 AM). "Maker wins trophy with villagers as cast & crew: Debut project first film made in north Bihar dialect" English. www.telegraphindia.com/. Retrieved https://www.telegraphindia.com/west-bengal/kolkata/maker-wins-trophy-with-villagers-as-cast-crew-debut-project-first-film-made-in-north-bihar-dialect/cid/2070035. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |access-date= and |date= (help); External link in |access-date= (help); Invalid |script-title=: missing prefix (help)

[1] Banerjee, Sudeshna (12.12.24, 07:10 AM). "Maker wins trophy with villagers as cast & crew: Debut project first film made in north Bihar dialect" English. www.telegraphindia.com/. Retrieved https://www.telegraphindia.com/west-bengal/kolkata/maker-wins-trophy-with-villagers-as-cast-crew-debut-project-first-film-made-in-north-bihar-dialect/cid/2070035. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |access-date= and |date= (help); External link in |access-date= (help); Invalid |script-title=: missing prefix (help)

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