Al Jerry Braganza
Antonio Lourenço Jerry Braganza (28 August 1920 – 8 January 1990), known professionally as Al Jerry Braganza, was an Indian filmmaker, actor, and singer known for his work in Konkani films. Referred to as the "Father of Konkani cinema," Braganza directed and produced the first Konkani film, Mogacho Aunddo (1950), following the unreleased film Sukhi Konn (1949), an unsuccessful attempt by playwright G. M. B. Rodrigues.
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| Born | Antonio Lourenço Jerry Braganza 28 August 1920 Mapuçá, Goa, Portuguese India, Portuguese Empire (now in India) |
| Died | 8 January 1990 (aged 69) Bombay, Maharashtra (now Mumbai), India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Liceu Nacional Afonso de Albuquerque |
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| Years active | 1950–1990 |
| Employer | Indian News Parade |
| Known for | Creation of the first Konkani film |
| Notable work | Mogacho Aunddo |
| Spouse | Bernadette Braganza |
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