New Delhi: Veteran actor Anant Nag was conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 by President Droupadi Murmu at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony held at Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, on Tuesday. The award recognises Nag’s outstanding contribution to Indian cinema. Presenting the honour, the President described his acting as a synthesis of the…
Bhubaneswar: Odia filmmaker Amartya Bhattacharyya’s Lahari received the National Film Award for Best Odia Film at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony held in Gujarat on September 22. The award marks Bhattacharyya’s second National Award and his first recognition for an Odia feature film. The film’s win adds another national honour to Odisha’s regional cinema,…
Bhubaneswar: Thousands of kilometres away from Odisha, the sounds of Odia music, cinema and traditional cuisine brought the diaspora closer to home as ‘Jhilmil Rati’ was held in Sydney and Melbourne, drawing participation from more than 800 Odia families across Australia. The diaspora cultural programme marked the first time an event featuring Odia cinema artists…
Bhubaneswar: Acclaimed Odia film Lahari has won the National Award for Best Odia Film at the 72nd National Film Awards for 2024, the winners of which were announced on Friday. The recognition marks a significant milestone for Odia cinema and for filmmaker Amartya Bhattacharyya, who has received his second National Award and his first for…
New Delhi: The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards for 2024 were announced on Friday, with Article 370 emerging as the Best Feature Film, while Yami Gautam bagged the Best Actress award for her performance in the film. Veteran actor Mammootty and Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor award for Bramayugam and…
Bhubaneswar: Signalling renewed support for the regional film industry, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday announced that the Odisha government is preparing to introduce a new Film Policy aimed at strengthening Odia cinema, supporting artists and creating a more enabling environment for film production in the state. The announcement was made during the 35th…
Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted lyricist and communications expert Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati, the country’s public service broadcaster. A prominent creative professional, Joshi is widely recognised for his contributions across literature, advertising, cinema and public communication. Known for his evocative writing and strong cultural connect, his…
New Delhi/Goa: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker as the Festival Director for the 57th edition of the International Film Festival of India, scheduled to be held in Goa. Gowariker, known for his significant contributions to Indian cinema, brings decades of association with IFFI, reflecting his long-standing engagement with…
Bhubaneswar: The fourth evening of the International Odissi Dance Festival unfolded as a spiritually uplifting experience at Rabindra Mandap, as renowned Odissi exponent and Padma Shri awardee Guru Ramli Ibrahim, accompanied by accomplished dancer Geethashri, held the audience spellbound with a deeply evocative performance. The highlight of the evening was their presentation of “Mangala Charan…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to the welfare of folk artistes, the Odisha government has decided to enhance the monthly financial assistance provided under the Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the decision while addressing the 48th state-level convention of ‘Pala’ artistes at Keonjhar on Sunday. As per the revised provisions,…
