Amity University Noida organized an exclusive screening of “Pata Lapata”, Award Winning Documentary, written, directed, edited and produced by Aditya Bhasin, Alumnus Amity University Noida. The thought-provoking documentary explores the true life of the underprivileged sections of the society comprising of ragpickers, beggars and children who lack opportunities and raises pertinent questions about the survival of this class in the society. The documentary has won several awards including Best Director Cannes Film Festival-2024 and Best Director, Dada Saheb Pahlke Film Festival-2024.
On this occasion, Mr. Aditya Bhasin was awarded Amity Alumni Achiever Award, by Dr. Ashok K. Chauhan, Founder President Amity Education Group and Dr. Atul Chauhan, Chancellor Amity University.
Extremely delighted on this occasion, Mr. Aditya Bhasin said, “I am extremely honoured to receive the award from Amity University and I would like to dedicate this award to my entire team, my parents and my alma mater Amity University, who has been instrumental in shaping my career as a film maker.”
Talking about his inspiration, he further added, “ When I went to those areas, I was moved by the lives of the people living under such conditions. I did not choose the story, the story chose me.
Congratulating Aditya Bhasin, Dr. Ashok K. Chauhan, Founder President Amity Education Group stated, “This is a historic moment for all Amitians as Amity Alumnus, Aditya, has made the entire country proud by making this excellent documentary, which is extremely relevant in today’s scenario, and we are immensely proud of his huge achievement. Nothing gives us more pleasure than to see Amity Alumni doing exceptionally well in their respective careers. We are certain that we will see many more such huge success stories of Amity Alumni in future too.”
Dr. Atul Chauhan, Chancellor Amity University, averred, “It is a moment of extreme pride for all of us since Aditya is a highly talented and passionate film maker, who has worked extremely hard to achieve his goals. The heart touching documentary depicts the true story of millions of people who are deprived of the basic necessities and lead challenging lives. Amity strongly believes in nurturing the talent of its students and providing them with a platform to showcase their skills, in their area of interest.” He called upon the students to work for the weaker sections of the society.
The Programme concluded with a Panel Discussion moderated by Dr. Gauri D. Chakraborty, wherein Mr. Aditya Bhasin answered the queries of the students.
Also present on the occasion were Mrs. Pooja Chauhan, Chairperson Amity Humanity Foundation, Mr. Abhay Chauhan, Vice President Amity Online, Dr. Balvinder Shukla Vice Chancellor Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Dr. Gurinder Singh, Amity Universities and Dr. Lalit Bhasin, Managing Partner, Bhasin & Company, students of Amity School of Film and Drama, amongst others.