Guwahati, June 20 -- Written by Kaushik Nath

Assamese short film Aabiskar, directed by Ankur Deka, has been selected for the ongoing Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) 2026. The recognition places the film among some of the finest short-format works being produced in the country today.

At the heart of Aabiskar is Manoranjan Kalita, portrayed by veteran actor Jayanta Das. The film follows the story of a retired man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon an acting opportunity while out shopping. While the premise appears simple on the surface, the film's strength lies in the natural way the protagonist inhabits a role inspired by the works of Satyajit Ray. His physical presence and demeanor are said to align almo...