Bhojpuri classic Nadiya Ke Paar is going to make a comeback on the big screen after 43 years.
The 1982 Bhojpuri classic Nadiya Ka Paar is returning to the big screen after 43 years with a special screening in Patna to reconnect the youth of Bihar with their cultural roots.
1982 classic across the riverThe film that brought Bhojpuri language and culture to national attention is returning to the big screen after 43 years with a special screening in Patna, aimed at reconnecting the youth of Bihar with their cultural roots. The film from the prestigious Rajshri Productions will be screened as part of the state-backed initiative celebrating cinema rooted in tradition, social values and folk heritage.
Special screening of across the river The weekly program of Bihar State Film Development and Finance Corporation is being organized at House of Variety, Regent Cinema Complex, Gandhi Maidan. coffee with movieOrganized by the Department of Art, Culture and Youth, Government of Bihar, this initiative regularly screens films that reflect the cultural ethos of Bihar, followed by discussions to engage the youth audience,
Produced by Rajshri Productions and directed by Govind Moonis, across the river It was a big hit when it was released in 1982. At the time, Rajshri was known for making modest-budget family dramas based on Indian values, and the film was known for its simplicity, emotional depth and cultural authenticity. Over the years, it has gained iconic status, and not just because its story inspired Sooraj Barjatya’s blockbuster Who are we to you?One of the most successful Hindi films of all time.
The film also marked an important stage in the careers of many of the lead actors. Lead actor Sachin Pilgaonkar later established himself as a versatile and respected artist in Hindi and regional cinema. Composer Ravindra Jain’s soulful music played a key role in the film’s enduring appeal, paving the way for his later collaborations with Raj Kapoor. Oh Lord Ram, Your River Ganga has become dirtySongs like “Who are you carrying in this direction, you idiot?Will continue to connect with audiences across generations.
Based on the novel by Keshav Prasad Mishra Kohbar’s bet, across the river It presents the Bhojpuri language in its purest form, weaving a narrative around rural life, relationships and traditional social structures. Its restrained dialogues and folk-tinged music give the film a charm that remains relevant even today.
