Odia Films Released in 2025: A Complete Theatre-Wise Chronicle of Ollywood
2025 will be remembered as one of the most eventful and diverse years in the history of Odia cinema. From record-breaking blockbusters to content-driven social dramas, devotional narratives, experimental storytelling, and youth-centric films, Ollywood delivered a wide spectrum of theatrical releases that reflected both tradition and transformation.
A total of 40 Odia films were released in theatres across Odisha in 2025, marking a strong comeback of the big-screen culture after challenging years. The year witnessed mass entertainers like Bou Buttu Bhuta creating box-office history, alongside meaningful films rooted in Odia literature, spirituality, social issues, romance, and realism. Several films also earned national and international recognition, proving that Odia cinema is steadily expanding its creative footprint beyond regional boundaries.
1. Wife
📆 Release Date: 03 January 2025
🎬 Director: Sudhakar Vasanth
⭐ Cast: Varsha Priyadarshini, Jayjeet Das, Shankarsan Pradhan, Saraswati, Bijayinee Mishra & others
🎭 Genre: Family / Romance
💡 Synopsis: Wife explores the complexities of marital relationships, focusing on love, sacrifice, and emotional bonds within a family setup.
2. Baida
📆 Release Date: 10 January 2025
🎬 Directors: Mayur Mahapatra & Siddhant Swaroop
⭐ Cast: Shubhangi Harichandan, Saisresth Das, Rajesh Kumar Mohanty, Shivani Khara, Sidharth & others
🎭 Genre: Experimental / Thriller
💡 Synopsis: Baida is a groundbreaking found-footage style film, pushing the boundaries of traditional storytelling in Odia cinema.
3. Rangashoor
📆 Release Date: 12 January 2025
🎬 Director: Pratap Rout
⭐ Cast: Suryamayee Mohapatra, Jyoti Ranjan Nayak, Dipanwit Dashmohapatra, Subhasis Sharmaa, Choudhury Jayprakash Das, Samaresh Routray, Subhashree Jena & others
🎭 Genre: Drama
💡 Synopsis: Rangashoor presents a multi-layered emotional drama with a strong ensemble cast, delving into deep human conflicts.
4. Adrushya
📆 Release Date: 17 January 2025
🎬 Director: Satya Narayan Sahoo
⭐ Cast: Abhishek Giri, Lipsa Mishra, Sayal Mukherjee, Choudhury Jayprakash Das, Jeeban Panda, Anant Mishra, Nilamani Sahoo, Rajesh Agarwal, Arabinda Jena, Pradeep Debata & others
🎭 Genre: Mystery / Drama
💡 Synopsis: Adrushya (Invisible) explores hidden truths and unseen struggles within society, offering a gripping mystery.
5. Bhai – The Opening Part
📆 Release Date: 24 January 2025
🎬 Director: Prithvi Raj Pattanaik
⭐ Cast: Amlan Das, Divyadisha Mohanty, Sujeet Paikaray, Ananya Mishra, Vikash Ganatra, Dibyajyoti Udayasingh, Aimon & others
🎭 Genre: Action / Drama
💡 Synopsis: Bhai introduces a high-energy narrative of ambition, conflict, and brotherhood, setting the stage for a larger story.
6. Angel
📆 Release Date: 31 January 2025
🎬 Director: Jitendriya Pradhan
⭐ Cast: Partha Sarathi Ray, Kavya Keeran, Prasanjeet Mohapatra, Jitendriya Pradhan, Sai Trishna, Abhishek Mohanty, Sarbeswar Sutar, Tukun, Amitabh Patra, Sushil Mishra, Pratima & others
🎭 Genre: Drama
💡 Synopsis: Angel is a heartfelt drama that delves into human emotions and moral dilemmas, creating a rich, character-driven experience.
7. Kabadi – The Silent Strength
📆 Release Date: 31 January 2025
🎬 Director: Amar Mishra
⭐ Cast: Manas Ranjan Panda, Rista Mohanty & others
🎭 Genre: Sports / Motivational Drama
💡 Synopsis: Kabadi uses the sport as a metaphor for life, emphasizing teamwork, resilience, and the inner strength required to overcome challenges.
FEBRUARY 2025
8. Sanatani
📆 Release Date: 07 February 2025
🎬 Director: Basudev Barad
⭐ Cast & Crew: Sambeet Acharya, Arlin Ankita, Papi Santuka, Guddu, Jagannath Seth, Prakash Mohanty, MD Bablu, Chiranjeevi Biswal, Gopal Patnaik, Jayant Santara, Lipsa Naik & others
🎭 Genre: Devotional / Spiritual
💡 Synopsis: Sanatani explores timeless spiritual values and the essence of karma and dharma in everyday life.
9. Misiri
📆 Release Date: 07 February 2025
🎬 Directors: Sisir Kumar Sahu & Peenakee Singh
⭐ Cast: Biswajit Rout (Vivash), Rupashree Panda, Prasanjeet Mohapatra, Shakti Baral, Pushpa Panda & others
🎭 Genre: Drama / Romance
💡 Synopsis: Misiri weaves a story of love and personal struggles, set against a backdrop of emotional and social challenges.
10. Valentine
📆 Release Date: 21 February 2025
🎬 Director: Manas Sahoo
⭐ Cast & Crew: Sambit Kumar Sahoo, Barsha, Avi, Mamali, Biren Mishra, Mita Chakrabarti, Kusum Tripathy, Tania, Kalia, Manas (Nayagada Toka), Pabana, Sipu, Pintu, Prabhat, Bijay, Ramesh, Manas, Payal, Santosh, Narana Nana, Khaga, Mahi & others
🎭 Genre: Romantic Drama
💡 Synopsis: Released around Valentine’s Day, Valentine explores themes of love, trust, and modern relationships.
MARCH 2025
11. Ghamaghot
📆 Release Date: 13 March 2025
🎬 Director: Raja D
⭐ Cast: Deepak Parida, Sanoj Kumar, Prakruti Mishra & others
🎭 Genre: Social Drama
💡 Synopsis: Ghamaghot focuses on intense interpersonal and societal conflicts, offering a poignant narrative.
12. Simili
📆 Release Date: 14 March 2025
🎬 Director: Sukumar Mani
⭐ Cast & Crew: Lipika Senapati, Suryamayee Mohapatra, Manoj Rout, Anup Saha, Suman Maharana, Dusmanta Sahoo & others
🎭 Genre: Social / Environmental Drama
💡 Synopsis: Simili draws inspiration from the Similipal forest, highlighting environmental and tribal themes.
APRIL 2025
13. Dustbin
📆 Release Date: 11 April 2025
🎬 Director: Papu Pom Pom
⭐ Cast & Crew: Tattwa Prakash Satpathy (Papu Pom Pom), Prachee Pradhan, Jeeban Panda, Choudhury Jayaprakash Das, Dipanwit Dashmohapatra, Smita Mohanty & others
🎭 Genre: Social / Thriller Drama
💡 Synopsis: Dustbin uses a metaphor to address neglected aspects of society, providing a thought-provoking story.
14. Pade Akasha
📆 Release Date: 11 April 2025
🎬 Director: Susant Mani
⭐ Cast & Crew: Archita Sahu, Rajesh Jais, Hara Rath, Ankit Kumar, Smita Mohanty, Mohan Majithia, Madhumita, Bijaylaxmi & others
🎭 Genre: Inspirational / Family Drama
💡 Synopsis: Pade Akasha symbolizes dreams and aspirations, weaving a narrative of hope and determination.
15. Ajira Rebati
📆 Release Date: 11 April 2025
🎬 Director: Subhransu Das
⭐ Cast & Crew: Sheetal Patra, Bonny Sengupta, Pushpa Panda, Pruthviraj Nayak, Usashi Mishra, Sukant Rath & others
🎭 Genre: Literary / Emotional Cinema
💡 Synopsis: Ajira Rebati is a modern reinterpretation inspired by Odia literature, focusing on women’s education and empowerment.
16. Racket
📆 Release Date: 25 April 2025
🎬 Director: Sangram Mohanty
⭐ Cast & Crew: Namrata Thappa, Hemant Patra, Dushmant Panda, Arlin Ankita, Pruthviraj Nayak, Situl, Babul, Ankita Dash & others
🎭 Genre: Crime / Action
💡 Synopsis: Racket explores the dark underworld of crime, weaving a gripping and suspenseful narrative.
17. 1999
📆 Release Date: 25 April 2025
🎬 Director: Amir Pati
⭐ Cast & Crew: Dr. Manoj Mishra, Manorama Mishra, SK Apurba, Kali Charan Acharya, Debu Brahma, Mamata Padhi, Narendra Senapati, Bobby Rath, Jitendra Parida, Manoj Sinha, Srinath Jena, Sanjeev Panda, Priyadarshini, Sukumar, Rabi, Sashank, Biju Badajena, Elina Sahu & others
🎭 Genre: Nostalgic Drama
💡 Synopsis: 1999 revisits a significant year in history, blending personal stories with societal changes.
MAY 2025
18. Tume Nathile
📆 Release Date: 16 May 2025
🎬 Director: Chinmay Das Pattnaik
⭐ Cast & Crew: Subhasish Sharma, Sukant Rath, Ankit Kumar, Aseema Sahu & others
🎭 Genre: Romantic Drama
💡 Synopsis: Tume Nathile explores themes of separation, longing, and emotional depth.
19. Bhabantara
📆 Release Date: 30 May 2025
🎬 Director: Ananta Mohapatra
⭐ Cast & Crew: Abhishek Giri, Suryamayee Mohapatra, Saroj Nanda, Binayak Mishra, Anant Mahapatra, Mamata Mohanty, Mrityunjay Panda, Ravi Tripathy, Sabita Sahoo, Priya Bishoyi, Pradipta Swain, Suresh, Uma Shah & others
🎭 Genre: Emotional / Family Drama
💡 Synopsis: Bhabantara delves into transformation and introspection, focusing on family and relationships.
JUNE 2025
20. First Love
📆 Release Date: 06 June 2025
🎬 Director: Abhishek Mitra
⭐ Cast & Crew: Sailendra Samantaray, Divyadisha Mohanty, Choudhury Jayprakash Das, Sanjaya, Xonty, Usasi Mishra, Subranshu Nayak, Mili Mohanty, Bullu Panda, Jagdish Maharana, Jagdish Rao & others
🎭 Genre: Romantic Drama
💡 Synopsis: First Love celebrates youthful romance and the innocence of first relationships.
21. Bou Buttu Bhuta
📆 Release Date: 12 June 2025
🎬 Director: Jagdish Mishra
⭐ Cast: Babushaan Mohanty, Archita Sahu, Aparajita Mohanty, Anugulia Bunty, Choudhury Jayprakash Das, Udit Guru, Robin Das & others
🎭 Genre: Horror • Thriller • Comedy
💡 Synopsis: Bou Buttu Bhuta blends supernatural horror with humor and social themes, becoming a blockbuster that ran packed theatres during Raja Parba.
22. Ananta
📆 Release Date: 12 June 2025
🎬 Director: Kumar C. Dev Mohapatra, Sabyasachi Mohapatra
⭐ Cast: Sabyasachi Mishra, Suryamayee Mohapatra, Kuna Tripathy, Tapas Sargharia, Jyotirmayee Panda & others
🎭 Genre: Drama / Emotional
💡 Synopsis: Ananta draws from classic Odia literature, offering a rich, emotional journey that resonates deeply with viewers.
JULY 2025
23. Shri Jagannath nka Nabakalebara
📆 Release Date: 04 July 2025
🎬 Director: Soubhagyalaxmi Jena
⭐ Cast: Sidhant Mohapatra, Sritam Das, Pinky Pradhan, Jyoti, Sibani Sangita, Ansuman, Suryamoye, Kuna Tripathy, Asrumichan, Kadar, Saheb Singh & others
🎭 Genre: Devotional / Cultural
💡 Synopsis: Nabakalebara delves into the sacred tradition of the Jagannath temple, celebrating the renewal of deities and spiritual legacy.
24. I Am Kalia
📆 Release Date: 11 July 2025
🎬 Director: Harihar Mohapatra
⭐ Cast & Crew: Harihar Mohapatra, Aniya Andriva, Kuna Tripathy, Pushpa Panda, Satyaki Mishra & others
🎭 Genre: Devotional / Social
💡 Synopsis: I Am Kalia focuses on faith and devotion, exploring the human spirit through a spiritual lens.
25. Indradhanu
📆 Release Date: 18 July 2025
🎬 Director: Arjun Samanta Ray
⭐ Cast & Crew: Abhishek Giri, Dipanwit Dashmohapatra, Chaudhury Bikash Das, Bhaswati Basu, Smita Mohanty, Samarpita Dash, Rupashree Panda, Dharitri Khandual, Soumya Ranjan, Sudhasri Madhusmitaa, Amisha Mohanty, Ramakanta Mishra, Rinku Pradha, Dishani Mandal, Debadatta Pati, Jyotirmayee Sahoo, Sandip Bal, Mamta Mohanty, Sagar Sarangi, Suraj Kumar Mishra, Sriman Biswajit & others
🎭 Genre: Inspirational / Emotional
💡 Synopsis: Indradhanu (Rainbow) symbolizes hope and the spectrum of human emotions, offering a colorful narrative.
AUGUST 2025
26. Chhi Re Nani
📆 Release Date: 01 August 2025
🎬 Director: Susant Mani
⭐ Cast: Sailendra Samantray, Sivani Sangita, Dipanwit Dash Mohapatra, Choudhury Jayprakash Dash, Smita Mohanty & others
🎭 Genre: Musical • Romantic Drama
💡 Synopsis: Chhi Re Nani is a rural love story that beautifully blends classic music with contemporary emotions.
27. Delivery Boy 2
📆 Release Date: 27 August 2025
🎬 Director: Aswin Tripathy
⭐ Cast: Archita Sahu, Sailendra Samantray, Buddhaditya Mohanty, Priyambata Swain, Pupindar Singh, Sritam Das, Santu Nijee, Bhoomika Dash & others
🎭 Genre: Crime • Drama • Suspense
💡 Synopsis: Delivery Boy 2 continues the gripping story of its protagonist, navigating a world of crime and personal secrets.
SEPTEMBER 2025
28. Lahari
📆 Release Date: 12 September 2025
🎬 Director: Amartya Bhattacharya
⭐ Cast: Choudhury Bikash Das, Choudhury Jayprakash Das, Smruti Mahala, Dipanwit Dashmohapatra, Susant Mishra, Swastik Choudhury, Zeinab Qusai Doer, Babushaan Mohanty, Jhilik Bhattacharjee, Hara Ratha, Debashish Patra & others
🎭 Genre: Drama / Coming‑of‑Age
💡 International Recognition: Lahari was selected for the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025, marking a significant achievement for Odia cinema on the global stage.
29. Charidham – A Journey Within
📆 Release Date: 25–26 September 2025
🎬 Director: Tapas Sargharia
⭐ Cast: Anubhav Mohanty, Anuradha Panigrahi, Sukanta Ratha, Ashok Das, Mamata Tripathy, Pradyumna Lenka, Ashish Kumar Das, Saroj Das, Sujit Paikray, Shakti Barala, Shivani Sangita & others
🎭 Genre: Family • Spiritual Drama
💡 Synopsis: Charidham follows a pilgrim’s journey to India’s sacred Char Dham temples, exploring themes of devotion and self-discovery.
30. Challenge
📆 Release Date: 26 September 2025
🎬 Director: Sai Kiran Mangaraj
⭐ Cast: Ardhendu Sahoo, Elina Samantaray, Puneet Issar, Lipi Mohapatra, Bobby Mishra, Pupindar Singh Riar, Harihara Mohapatra, Vivash, Rabi Mishra & others
🎭 Genre: Action / Drama
💡 Synopsis: Challenge is a tale of courage and justice, portraying a protagonist’s fight against odds.
OCTOBER 2025
31. Tora Mora Prema
📆 Release Date: 10 October 2025
🎬 Director: Tusshar K Sinha
⭐ Cast & Crew: Tusshar K Sinha, Punyatoya Panigrahi, Smruti Ranjan Rath, Manaswani Pati, Nitu Mishra, Madhumita, Somu, Disco, Thin, Akhay & others
🎭 Genre: Romantic Drama
💡 Synopsis: Tora Mora Prema explores the complexities of love, misunderstanding, and reconciliation.
32. Vaastav
📆 Release Date: 18 October 2025
🎬 Director: Lubun-Tubun
⭐ Cast & Crew: Tushar Bedi, Ankita Dash, Rabi Mishra, Abhijit Das, Pravati Sahu, Mitu Mithun & others
🎭 Genre: Action / Drama
💡 Synopsis: Vaastav delves into themes of revenge and redemption, offering a compelling narrative.
33. Shambhu
📆 Release Date: 31 October 2025
🎬 Director: S. Dilip Panda
⭐ Cast & Crew: Subham, Tamanna, Hari, Piyush & others
🎭 Genre: Devotional / Mythological
💡 Synopsis: Shambhu is likely to explore spiritual or mythological themes, offering a rich cultural story.
NOVEMBER 2025
34. Sir
📆 Release Date: 14 November 2025
🎬 Director: Keshab Mallick
⭐ Cast: Samaresh Routray, Dipanwit Dashmohapatra, Avisekh Rath & others
🎭 Genre: Drama
💡 Synopsis: Sir is an inspirational film highlighting the profound influence of a teacher on students over the years.
35. Darpana
📆 Release Date: 21 November 2025
🎬 Directors: Bharat Pushparag & Anand Kumar
⭐ Cast & Crew: Ankit, Bharat, Trupti, Hiranmayee, Pradyumna Lenka & others
🎭 Genre: Drama / Horror Thriller
💡 Synopsis: Darpana blends elements of love, fear, and mystery, exploring a haunted estate.
DECEMBER 2025
36. Miss Call Friend
📆 Release Date: 12 December 2025
🎬 Director: Sudhansu Mohan Sahoo
⭐ Cast & Crew: Amlan, Riya, Sheetal & others
🎭 Genre: Modern Drama
💡 Synopsis: Miss Call Friend navigates the complexities of friendship in the digital age.
37. Nanda Master nka Chatasali
📆 Release Date: 12 December 2025
🎬 Director: Pranab Aicha
⭐ Cast & Crew: Nanda Prusty, Saisrestha Das, Nityasha, Rabindra & others
🎭 Genre: Biographical / Inspirational
💡 Synopsis: A tribute to legendary educator Nanda Prusty, Nanda Master nka Chatasali celebrates education and social reform.
38. Motorcycle
📆 Release Date: 19 December 2025
🎬 Director: Aswini Tripathy
⭐ Cast & Crew: Kuna Tripathy, Jyoti & others
🎭 Genre: Youth Drama / Action
💡 Synopsis: Motorcycle symbolizes freedom and ambition, telling a story of youthful adventure.
39. Mahakal
📆 Release Date: 19 December 2025
🎬 Director: Debabrata Pradhan
⭐ Cast & Crew: Dev, Monali, Asit Pati, Braja & others
🎭 Genre: Devotional / Intense Drama
💡 Synopsis: Mahakal features themes of spirituality and intense human emotions.
40. Ladhei
📆 Release Date: 31 December 2025
🎬 Director: Ashok Pati
⭐ Cast & Crew: Lohitaksh, Abhilipsa, KK, Udit Guru & others
🎭 Genre: Action / Drama
💡 Synopsis: Ladhei concludes 2025 with high-octane action and powerful performances.
Conclusion: A Landmark Year for Odia Cinema
2025 showcased the vibrancy and diversity of Ollywood, with films spanning genres and themes, each contributing to the rich tapestry of Odia cinema. From record-breaking blockbusters to heartfelt dramas, Odia films continued to evolve and resonate with audiences both locally and internationally.
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