Kenny Basumatary’s Jiya is a beacon of hope for good Assamese cinema

In a society where women are always subjected to many prejudices and preconditions, the story of Jiya brings hope for women to rethink and reevaluate the structure in which they have been nurtured. Kenny Basumatary’s recent film, Jiya, which has already received numerous awards at various prestigious festivals and award ceremonies, would be an interesting watch for the audience this weekend and beyond.

At a time when Assamese movies are still struggling to grasp the audience’s attention and bring them to the theatre, I strongly believe this film has a substantial storyline and an interesting set of performances that will keep the audience glued to the screen for two hours. The film Jiya has so many dynamics that it is not only interesting to watch but also worth studying and analysing carefully. 

This film brings to the table questions about women’s autonomy, their friendships, their relationships, and how societal expectations affect their decisions. It will make you question whether our society at large is still ready to accept and acknowledge that women are capable of making their own choices and whether society believes that women could live a life without a man.