Cinema and Identity: Odisha Manaska Explores Odia Representation on Screen in 10th Edition

Bhubaneswar: The 10th edition of Odisha Manaska, a monthly dialogue circle curated by All Things Odisha, unfolded on Sunday at the ExtraOdinari space in Saheed Nagar, Bhubaneswar. This month’s theme, “Who Are We on Screen? Shaping and Reflecting the Evolving Odia Identity Through Film,” struck a chord with cinephiles and cultural enthusiasts alike. The session brought together veteran Odia film…

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Odisha State Film Awards Honours Excellence in Odia Cinema

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Film Awards for 2020, 2021, and 2022 were presented in a grand ceremony held in Bhubaneswar on Sunday, celebrating the artistic and cinematic contributions of the state’s filmmakers and artists. The prestigious Mohansundar Dev Goswami Award was conferred upon renowned personalities Anant Mahapatra, Srinivasa Mahapatra, and Jayiram Samal, recognizing their significant…

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Odia Classic ‘Maya Miriga’ Restored and Set for Screening at Il Cinema Ritrovato

Bhubaneswar: The illustrious Odia film ‘Maya Miriga’ (1983), directed by the revered filmmaker Nirad Mohapatra, is poised to captivate audiences once more with its restored version, premiering at the prestigious Il Cinema Ritrovato in Bologna on June 27. This screening will be introduced by Sandeep Mohapatra, son of Nirad Mohapatra, alongside Film Heritage Foundation (FHF)…

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