Sasanka Samir (born 3 September 1982), fondly known as Tinku, is an Indian actor, director, writer, lyricist, and composer known for his contributions to Assamese cinema and television. He gained prominence for directing, writing, and scripting the biographical drama ''

Bhaimon Da ''Bhaimon Da'' is an Assamese language, Assamese biographical film directed and written by Sasanka Samir. The film was released in 2025, starring Bondip Sarma, Yashshree Bhuyan, Partha Pratim Hazarika, Nirupam Saikia, Nilim Dutta and Arghadeep Ba ...

'' (2025), which pays tribute to legendary Assamese filmmaker Munin Barua. Samir has also made significant contributions to the television series ''Beharbari Outpost'' and various Assamese films and music projects.

Early life and education

Sasanka Samir was born on 3 September 1982 in Bormuria Goan, Assam, India. He completed his schooling at Saint Mary’s School, Lakhimpur, and Government High Secondary School, Lakhimpur. He graduated from

North Lakhimpur College North Lakhimpur College (Autonomous) was a college situated in the Lakhimpur District of Assam. It was the first autonomous college in the state of Assam. The college was upgraded to a state university on 1st Dec 2023 by the Government of Assam ...

, where he was recognized as the Best Actor and Best Director by the institution.

Career

Samir began his career in 2013 with his acting debut in the Assamese film ''Akash Chuboloi Mon'', directed by Manash Hazarika, earning a nomination for Best Supporting Role. He has since worked as an actor, director, writer, lyricist, and composer across films, television, and digital media.

Film

In 2025, Samir directed, wrote the screenplay, and penned dialogues for ''

'', a biographical drama about Assamese filmmaker Munin Barua. The film, released on 23 May 2025, grossed ₹14.16 crore, becoming the highest-grossing Assamese film by surpassing ''Sri Raghupati'' (₹13.81 crore). The film highlights the struggles and milestones of the Assamese film industry and pays tribute to figures like Brajen Baruah. Other notable films include ''Gaane Ki Aane'' (2016, music department), ''Kanchanjangha'' (2019, actor), ''Ratnakar'', ''Semkhor'', and ''Aei Maatite'' (2017).

Television

Samir is known for writing 3,234 episodes of the popular Assamese television series ''

Beharbari Outpost ''Beharbari Outpost'' is an Assamese Indian comedy television series which airs on Rengoni. The series revolves around Beharbari police station. The series first aired on 7 October 2013. It is the longest running series on the channel and in ...

'' (2013–2025). He also starred in the series ''Mayurpankhi'' and wrote its title song, sung by

Zubeen Garg Zubeen Garg (born Zubeen Borthakur ; 18 November 1972) is an Indian singer–songwriter, composer, lyricist, music director, music producer, actor, film director, film producer, screenwriter, poet and philanthropist. He primarily works for and ...

Music and other works

As a lyricist and composer, Samir has contributed songs such as ''Jyotir Kareng'' (from ''Bhaimon Da''), ''Dhulikona'', ''Priti Bhora'', and ''Rodor Sithi'', available on platforms like JioSaavn, Apple Music, and Gaana. He starred in the YouTube short film ''The Radio Guy'', which garnered over 100,000 views, and narrated audiobooks for Storytel India.

Awards and nominations

* North Lakhimpur College: Best Actor and Best Director. * Nominated: Best Supporting Role for ''Akash Chuboloi Mon'' (2013).

Filmography

Films

Television

Other works

* ''The Radio Guy'' (YouTube short film, actor, 100,000+ views) * Audiobooks for Storytel India (narrator) * Songs: ''Jyotir Kareng'', ''Dhulikona'', ''Priti Bhora'', ''Rodor Sithi'' (lyricist, composer)

References

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