Bhubaneswar: The documentary film Habaspuri Weaving: The Second and Last Death??? which celebrates the rich artisan heritage has been selected by NFDC Film Bazaar 2023. It was among 98 International entries received at NFDC Film Bazaar’s Documentary CoProduction Market and now it features among the final 12 Projects from 7 Countries, in 17 Languages. Building on the success of Kotpad Weaving, which was BNR Films LLP’s first foray into documenting Odisha’s artisans, the documentary promises to be grander in scale and depth.
The documentary is set to take audiences on an immersive journey into the heart of Habaspuri Handloom; one of Odisha’s unique textile traditions. Director Mayur Mahapatra conveyed his gratitude, saying, “We aim to shine a spotlight on the incredible handloom heritage of India, while also addressing the urgent need for its preservation and support. We are grateful to NFDC Film Bazaar for their faith in our vision.”
Expressing his excitement, producer Biswanath Rath, the founder and CEO of BNR Films LLP, said “We are honoured to represent Odisha on the global stage through Habaspuri Weaving. This documentary is a testament to the dedication and passion of our team, and we are thrilled to be selected among the 12 international projects.” For the unversed, BNR Films LLP is an award-winning film production company dedicated to creating impactful content ranging from documentaries, and social short films to feature films, and web series.
