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Wegmans Signature Tower, 12th Floor, E-12, Knowledge Park-III, Greater Noida-201308, India.
Wegmans Signature Tower, 12th Floor, E-12, Knowledge Park-III, Greater Noida-201308, India.
Festival Date: 2026-04-30 ,
Late Deadline: 2026-04-15
| Country | : India |
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| Language | : English / Assamese |
| Duration | : 00h 28mins 58sec |
| Genre | : Docufiction |
| Festival | : 16th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival-26 |
| Award | : Official Selection |
Strings of Tradition follows researcher Alankrita as she explores Tokari Geet, an ancient Assamese oral folk tradition. Originating nearly 2,500 years ago, the music features a four-stringed instrument mythologically crafted by Lord Shiva. The film traces the genre’s evolution from the Pre-Sankari era to its integration of Neo-Vaishnavite philosophy. It highlights the technical nuances of the Tokari, its "Deha-Tattwa" spiritual essence, and the legacy of masters like Umakanta Bairagi. By documenting the first historical recordings and modern-day competitions, the film depicts a vibrant culture transitioning from wandering ascetics to a new generation of performers.
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