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…
Bhubaneswar: The fourth edition of Odisha Manaska, organized by All Things Odisha, convened a diverse group of participants at the Safe Odisha for Her (SFH) headquarters to discuss the themeMaritime History and the Construction of Odia Identity.
Bhubaneswar: Identity is transient, nonlinear, and multifaceted—a mosaic of experiences, histories, and imaginations. When discussing Odia identity, it’s essential to look beyond inherited traditions and explore its evolving nature within a diverse state like Odisha, where people of various castes, faiths, and communities coexist.
This was the central theme at the first Odisha Manaska: Odisha on My Mind circle, hosted by All Things Odisha, which took place on Saturday evening at the In-Between Centre in Palaspali. The event, attended by individuals from different age groups and backgrounds, focused on redefining what it means to be Odia in today’s world.
