Today marks a momentous chapter for the Odia film industry as it celebrates 90 glorious years. The journey began on April 28, 1936, with the release of the first Odia film, Sita Bibaha (Sita Bibaho), directed by Mohan Sundar Deb Goswami. To honor this legacy, Odia Film Day is being celebrated across the state.
From its humble beginnings in the black-and-white era to the modern digital age, Ollywood has evolved into a powerful medium of cultural expression. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi extended his congratulations, describing Odia cinema as a "living image of our culture, language, and tradition." He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to globalizing the industry through modernization.
As the industry reflects on nine decades of struggle and triumph, it pays tribute to the countless actors, directors, and technicians who built this identity. Ninety years since Sita Bibaha, the pride of Odia storytelling continues to shine on the silver screen.