Bhubaneswar:17/5/26: The much-anticipated historical drama Raavan, starring Odia superstar Anubhav Mohanty, has generated significant buzz with the release of its first-look character posters. The posters for three key characters dropped on social media starting May 10, offering fans a glimpse into the film’s grand vision. Directed by Sai Kiran Mangaraj and written by Anubhav’s wife, Jagrati A Mohanty, Raavan carries the intriguing ...

Bhubaneswar:17/11/25:Odisha’s music fraternity is in mourning following the untimely demise of popular playback singer Humane Sagar. The 36-year-old artist, celebrated for his powerful voice and emotional renditions, passed away on November 17 at AIIMS Bhubaneswar while undergoing treatment for multiple health complications. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi led the chorus of tributes, expressing profound grief in a heartfelt message ...

Bhubaneswar:9/1 1/25: Odia film Bindusagar has been selected for its Gala  Premiere at the 56th Edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa. Produced by Shiladitya Bora’s Platoon One Films, the film will debut as part of the prestigious Gala Presentation at IFFI 2025 – a milestone not just for its creators, but for Odia cinema itself, which ...

Bhubaneswar:8/11/25:The Odia non-feature film Mahima Alekha has been selected for the prestigious Indian Panorama section at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), marking a significant achievement for the Odia film industry. Mahima Alekha, directed by award-winning filmmaker Himanshu Sekhar Khatua., It is interesting to note that Mr Khatua debuted as a director through the odia feature film Swunya ...

Bhubaneswar:8/11/25: by Ashok Palit: International Film Festival of India, better known as IFFI, is among the oldest film festivals in the Asian continent. Beginning in 1952, the festival has acted as a platform forthe popularisation of Indian cinema to a global audience while acting as an introduction of sorts for foreign films to Indian cinephiles spread over selected cities. In ...

Bhubaneswar:3/9/25:The Department of Odia Language, Literature & Culture has officially invited applications for the 35th State Film Awards (2023) and 36th State Film Awards (2024), recognizing outstanding contributions to Odia cinema and film literature. Interested producers must submit their entries by October 4, 2025, along with required documents and a soft copy of the film (in pen drive format). Submissions ...

Cuttack:31/8/25:: Renowned Odia music composer Abhijit Majumdar was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a private hospital in the CDA area of Cuttack following serious health complications reported on Sunday. According to reports, Majumdar had been undergoing treatment for liver-related ailments over the past several days. His condition worsened due to a deficiency of sodium and potassium in his ...

Bhubaneswar:17/7/25:: So many things I want to say about this film, but let me start by saying—I’m consciously avoiding spoilers. The suspense is the soul of Bou Buttu Bhuta, and I don’t want to ruin that thrilling experience for you. This Odia film is not just breaking records—it’s creating them. Competing with Aamir Khan’s Sitare Zameen Par, Kajol’s Maa, and ...

Bhubaneswar, June 27/6/25:: Odisha is all set to welcome one of its biggest and most special Odia films ever — ‘Shree Jagannathanka Nabakalebara’. This spiritual movie is based on the sacred tradition of Nabakalebara, where Lord Jagannath is believed to take a new form. The film is directed by Bini Samal, who is making her directorial debut after working as ...

Bhubaneswar:27/6/25:Odia movie ‘I Am Kalia’,  produced under the banner of Lee Bliss Entertainment, narrates a heart-touching social story centered around unwavering devotion to Lord Jagannath, reflecting the lives of many who selflessly dedicate themselves to divinity, transcending worldly attachments. The film is scheduled to release across Odisha on July 4, coinciding with the Bahuda Yatra of Lord Jagannath, as announced ...