Encouraged by the enthusiastic support of the Goan community in Bombay for tiatr, a form of theatrical entertainment, Braganza saw the potential for producing a Konkani film.
Collaborating with Braganza were a team of Goan Konkani speakers who served as the film's lyricist, music director, and scriptwriter, all driven by their passion for the language.
[4] Mogacho Aunddo is a significant milestone in the history of Konkani cinema, produced under the banner of ETICA (Exchange Talkies of India, China & Africa).
The leading actress, Leena Fernandes, who resided in Bombay, showcased her good singing voice despite lacking prior acting experience.
Various locations in Goa, including Campal, the lighthouse at Aguada, the Mandovi River, Calangute Beach, and the Altinho area near the Lyceum building, were chosen as picturesque shooting sites.
[5] In the film, Braganza assumed the lead role of Abel, a wealthy and indulged young man, while Leena Dias portrayed Maria.
Braganza's vocal talents were showcased in the film's featured songs, "Mogacho Aunddo" and "Mogall Bai," alongside Leena Fernandes.
The production of the film encountered numerous challenges, including restrictions[4] imposed by the Portuguese regime in Goa, difficulties faced at the customs office, and stringent censorship measures.
He received his primary education at the Liceu Nacional Afonso de Albuquerque and Sacred Heart of Jesus High School in Parra.
Prior to his death, he had been involved in planning a biopic about "Custoba the Great," in which actor Robin Vaz was chosen to portray the rebel Kuxttoba.
It was only in 2005, after 55 years had passed, that the Dalgado Konknni Akademi (DKA) organized an event on 24 April to commemorate the screening of the inaugural Konkani film, Mogacho Aunddo, and to pay tribute to Braganza's memory.
[9] In May 2014, Premanand Lotlikar, the president of the Dalgado Konknni Akademi (DKA), appealed to the Government of Goa to honor Braganza's legacy by establishing a scheme named after him.
This proposed scheme aimed to provide financial assistance for the production of Konkani films, thereby recognizing Braganza's pioneering role in the industry.
Lotlikar emphasized that the DKA's celebration of 24 April served as a reminder to both the public and the government of Braganza's achievement as the producer of the first Konkani film, Mogacho Aunddo.
During the ceremony, Charles Lobo, the Postmaster General of Goa region, presented an album containing the special cover to the chief guest, Deputy Chief Minister of Goa Francis D'Souza , Dharmanand Vernekar, a film director, attended as the guest of honor, and Bernadette Braganza, Braganza's wife, was also present as a special invitee.
He appealed to the Deputy Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly to leverage their influence to organize a Konkani Film Festival starting the following year.