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Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): The passing of veteran actor Nana Patekar has evoked tributes from across Odisha, with students in Puri choosing an artistic medium to honour the celebrated actor’s contribution to Indian cinema. Students of the Sudarsan Sand Art Institute in Puri created a special sand-art animation as a tribute to Nana Patekar, portraying…

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Goa, Oct 8: Veteran actor and filmmaker Nana Patekar, one of the most powerful and respected performers in Indian cinema, died on Thursday at the age of 75 after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. According to reports, Patekar was found unconscious at his home and was immediately rushed to a…

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Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): Odisha has taken a major step towards strengthening its film ecosystem with the inauguration of the redeveloped Kalinga Studio in Bhubaneswar on Monday.  Pic Credit: x.com/CMO_Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the modernised studio complex along with a dedicated cinema archive and museum, aimed at preserving the state’s rich and…

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Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): The iconic Kalinga Studio is all set to reopen its doors, marking a major milestone for Odisha’s film industry. After an extensive modernisation project involving an estimated investment of ₹164 crore, the legendary studio has been transformed into a state-of-the-art production facility.  Representational Image Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is…

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Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): The Odisha government has invited entries from film producers and writers for the 37th Odisha State Film Awards-2025, with the deadline for submissions set for October 31, 2026.  Representational Image  The Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture has issued the invitation for eligible applicants seeking recognition for their contribution to…

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Kevadia (Gujarat), Sept. 23: The sci-fi epic ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ added another major achievement to its record after securing two honours at the 72nd National Film Awards. The Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan-starrer was named Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, while Nitin Zihani received the National Award for Best Production Design for his…

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Sep 23: After the intensity of ‘Vingansa’, the makers of Drishyam The Conclusion now unveil ‘Muskura Do’, a song that brings a completely different emotion to the film. Set against the world of Ajay Devgn’s Vijay Salgaonkar, the song brings out the quieter side of his life, the love, togetherness and simple moments shared with…

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Sep 09: Conversations around music, identity, and tradition took center stage at a Hyderabad media interaction for Prime Video’s Telugu Original Jagamae Sangeetham, featuring the show’s cast and creative team. The interaction, held on August 27, 2026, brought together leading media publications, members of the cast, and the creative team behind the series. The event…

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Sep 09: PVR INOX Limited, India’s largest and most premium cinema exhibition company, has expanded PVR Soul Space Spirit, Bellandur, with three new auditoriums, including Bengaluru’s eighth 4DX experience and two mainstream screens. The addition takes the cinema to seven screens and positions Soul Space Spirit as a more expansive entertainment destination for audiences across…

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  Aug 24: The 49th Barsha 2026, presented by Chinta O Chetana, will bring together a vibrant selection of Indian classical dance and music traditions for a celebration of art, culture and the monsoon season. The festival is scheduled to be held at Rabindra Mandap on August 25 and 26, 2026, from 7 PM onwards. The…

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