‘Mission DDLJ’ wins 3 awards at NYIFA

The web film “Mission DDLJ”, directed by Asif Jahangir Arko, has won three awards at the New York International Film Awards (NYIFA), securing honours in the Best Romance Film, Best Comedy Film and Best Director (Feature Film) categories.

Inspired by the nostalgic charm of the iconic 1990s Bollywood blockbuster “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (DDLJ), starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, the film attracted a record number of viewers following its release.

Expressing his gratitude for the achievement, director Asif Jahangir Arko said, “The entire team played a significant role in this achievement. It is through everyone’s hard work, sincerity and passion for the project that we have reached this point. The love we received from the audience had already fulfilled all our expectations for ‘Mission DDLJ’; these international awards are an added bonus. The whole team is delighted, grateful and proud of this accomplishment!”

The film features Saad Naovi and Labonno Chowdhury in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Arman Bin Mahmud, Sadia Islam Jui, Shawkat Shovon, Masud Mohiuddin, Shahana Afroz Swapna and Sharmin Sultana Sharmi. 

Produced by Impress Telefilm Ltd, ‘Mission DDLJ’ premiered on the streaming platform iScreen on 25 September.