Guwahati: Veteran actor Jatin Bora has penned an emotional tribute to singer-composer Zubeen Garg, reflecting on their decades-long association and the golden era they shared with filmmaker Munin Barua — a trio that defined modern Assamese cinema.
Together, Munin Barua’s visionary direction, Zubeen Garg’s timeless music, and Jatin Bora’s powerful performances produced some of the industry’s most iconic films, including Hiya Diya Niya, Barood, Bidhata, Kanyadaan, Daag, Nayak, Rang, and Dinbandhu. Their collaborations are widely regarded as milestones that elevated the artistic and emotional depth of Assamese cinema.
Following Garg’s untimely demise, Bora shared a heartfelt message on social media, recalling his friend’s compassion and enduring influence. “As I travel from Guwahati towards Nagaon, I am reminded of how, during your lifetime, you selflessly helped countless ordinary people. Even now, after your departure, many near Zubeen Kshetra continue to benefit from the small shops and support you left behind. Zubeen, you were truly strong. While alive, you fed many, and even today, you continue to fill the plates of those in need,” he wrote.
The post, accompanied by the hashtag #JusticeForZubeenGarg, resonated deeply with fans still mourning the singer’s loss and calling for justice. Bora’s words served as a poignant reminder of the bond that once united Assam’s most celebrated artistic trio — and of the lasting imprint they left on the state’s cinematic and cultural identity.
