Mainstream Bollywood meets Assam: Ohh My Dog brings local flavour to the big screen
A poster of Ohh My Dog
Written and directed by Amit Rai, the Bollywood film Ohh My Dog released in cinemas on August 7, 2026. The movie features a major Assam-based storyline filmed in Dibrugarh, which is a refreshing change for a Hindi commercial film.
Pankaj Tripathi-starrer Ohh My Dog was released in cinemas on August 7, 2026. The movie has a special connection with Assam as it features a major story based in the state and has been filmed in Dibrugarh, and highlights local cultural traditions and regional actors while spotlighting human-animal relationships. The film has been written and directed by Amit Rai and follows two separate adventures unfolding on the same day- one in Dibrugarh, Assam and the other in Patna, Bihar.
Assam Takes Center Stage in Mainstream Hindi Cinema
In the Assam storyline, a clever schoolboy named Apu goes on a mission to find his missing pet dog, Momo. Filmed extensively across Dibrugarh, the movie offers audiences an authentic view of the region. It showcases local cultural elements, including Gayan-Bayan—a traditional performance from Assam’s centuries-old Vaishnavite heritage—and features several artists from the region.
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Pacing Issues and Padded Scenes
The film’s universal theme has won hearts of the audience. However, critics have also stated that the movie struggles with its execution and pacing. Rather than supporting each other, the back-and-forth edits between the Assam and Bihar storylines frequently disrupt the flow of both narratives. The film often feels like two separate movies running side-by-side due to extra reaction shots, drawn-out chases, and repeated scenes.
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Highlighting Local Visibility and Animal Welfare
Despite these structural flaws, Ohh My Dog remains significant for providing visibility to Assam on a national platform. By using Dibrugarh as a primary setting, featuring local actors, and showcasing Assamese culture, the film builds a meaningful bridge between regional talent and mainstream Bollywood, which remains a rarity in Hindi cinema. At its core, the movie combines an entertaining adventure with a quiet plea for audiences to show compassion toward stray animals in urban communities.
