New Odisha Age

Category: Films & Movies

National Award for ‘Ramnami’ documentary puts spotlight on the community at the heart of Chaltabagan’s 2026 Durga Puja theme ‘Nishan’

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Bhubaneswar: The Manicktala Chaltabagan Lohapatty Durga Puja Committee today welcomed the National Film Award for Ramnami, which was named Best Hindi Documentary at the 72nd National Film Awards. The film, made by Bharatbala Ganapathy, tells the story of the Ramnami Samaj of Chhattisgarh. The same community inspires Chaltabagan’s 84th Durga Puja theme, ‘Nishan — The…

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Trailers for Upcoming Feature Films ‘Unlock 7’ Unveiled During Grand Gala in Kolkata

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Bhubaneswar: The city of joy witnessed a dazzling convergence of fashion, cinema, and cultural elegance as the grand extravaganza Opulence – Aura of Bengal 2026 concluded at Novotel Kolkata on Independence Day, August 15. The evening celebrated style, talent, and youth empowerment while seamlessly weaving in cinematic flair with the official trailer launches of two anticipated…

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Salman Khan-Nayanthara’s ‘Monster’ Adds Ronit Roy and Seema Biswas to Cast

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Bhubaneswar: Salman Khan and Nayanthara’s upcoming action entertainer ‘Monster’, directed by Vamshi Paidipally, is expanding its cast with actors Ronit Roy and Seema Biswas joining the project. Ronit Roy is reportedly set to portray a positive and larger-than-life character, while details about Seema Biswas’ role are being kept under wraps. The film is currently being…

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Ranbir Kapoor-Yash Starrer ‘Ramayana’ Gets Different Release Dates for India and Overseas

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Bhubaneswar: The much-awaited ‘Ramayana’, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi, will have different release dates for Indian and international audiences, producer Namit Malhotra has confirmed. Speaking to NDTV, Malhotra said the film will release in India during Diwali 2026, while its international release has been scheduled for November 6, 2026. “It’s releasing in India…

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Family Backs Title of Shraddha Kapoor’s Eetha Amid Ongoing Controversy

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Bhubaneswar: A significant development has emerged in the title controversy surrounding Eetha, starring Shraddha Kapoor. Mangala Bansode Karavadikar, the eldest daughter of legendary Lavani artiste Vithabai Narayangaonkar, has publicly stated that their family has no objection to the film’s title. Explaining her position, Mangala said that “Eetha” was an affectionate name by which villagers lovingly…

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Third Bhubaneswar Film Festival to Be Held from June 25–28; Expansion Planned from 2027

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Bhubaneswar: The third edition of the Bhubaneswar Film Festival (BFF) is set to be held from June 25 to 28 at Jayadev Bhawan, bringing together a diverse selection of acclaimed films from various Indian languages as well as international cinema. The festival aims to celebrate the art of filmmaking, promote cultural exchange and provide a…

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Kangana Ranaut Seeks Tax-Free Status for ‘Bharat Bhagya Vidhata’ During Bhubaneswar Visit

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Bhubaneswar: Bollywood actress and BJP MP visited Bhubaneswar on Friday to attend the premiere screening of her latest film,, and appealed to the Odisha government to grant the movie tax-free status in the state. The film is based on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and aims to highlight the courage, sacrifice and resilience displayed by…

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Odisha’s Jagannath Culture Enters Cinematic Universe With Nationwide Animated Film Release

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s rich Jagannath tradition is set to reach a wider national and global audience through an ambitious animated feature film titled Mahaprabhu Jagannath, which will release across more than 300 screens in India. The multilingual film, scheduled for release in Hindi, Odia, and Telugu, will mark the launch of the proposed “Sanatan Universe” —…

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Riteish Deshmukh Says Cast Of ‘Raja Shivaji’ Worked Without Fees Out Of Mutual Respect

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Bhubaneswar: Actor and filmmaker Riteish Deshmukh has revealed that the ensemble cast of his upcoming film Raja Shivaji chose to work on the project without charging any fees. Speaking in a recent interview with Live Times, Riteish spoke about the strong personal and professional relationships he shares with actors including Salman Khan and Abhishek Bachchan….

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Odisha International Film Festival To Showcase Global Cinema And Creative Exchange In June

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BHUBANESWAR: Odisha is set to host a major cinematic event this June with the proposed four-day Odisha International Film Festival (OIFF) across Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. The initiative is aimed at strengthening international film culture, encouraging young filmmakers and creating a broader platform for Odia cinema and global creative collaboration. According to officials, the Biju Patnaik…

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