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Bunch of Odia movies to entertain puja revellers

ASHOK PAlIT

One of the biggest occasions, Odisha’s Durga Puja is just a few days away. In tune with the festive mood of the people, Odia film industry has geared up to add a dash of colour.

This year’s films include a combination of multi starrers, romantic and thriller movies. Those fond of romantic thrillers can go to see “Bhala Pae Tate 100 Ru 100’’ to be released by the Sarthak Entertainment Private limited on October 18 last. The storyline of the movie is based on a love triangle with two heroines Seetal Patra and Suramayee Mahapatra pairing with Babusan. It is produced by Sitaram Agarwal and directed by Sudhansu Mohan Sahoo Superstar Anuvab will be seen playing Jaga in upcoming Odia film Jaga Hatare Pagha. The film is produced by Tarang Cine Productions. The title of the film is inspired by an old Odia film scheduled to be hit the theatre on October 18.  The film stars Elina Samantaray and Jhilik in lead. The film is directed by Murali Krishna.

Another film “Kalki” is also in the pipeline to hit the theatre during this Dussehra. The film is presented by Ratna Films. It stars Arindam, Riya and Jyotimayee Bal in leading roles. For the first time Arindam Roy is putting his steps in film production. Tapas Saagharia is the director of the movie and music of the film has been composed by Bibhuti Bhusan Garnaik. Aunty Namaskar is also ready for release this puja season. The film is produced by Dream Media Entertainment and directed by Niranjan Behera. Jina, Mihir Das and Minaketan are in the lead, while Sritam Das is seen in a female character in this film.

Agniraj, Arun Mantri and Diptiranjan have composed the music while Niranjan Behera has penned the lyrics.