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Celebrating the Life of Sadhu Meher: PM Modi Pays Tribute to Odia Film Maestro

  • Posted on February 3, 2024
  • Lifestyle
  • By Arijit Dutta
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Veteran Odia film director and actor, Sadhu Meher, known for his contributions to Odia cinema and Bollywood, has passed away at 84. PM Modi expressed grief, highlighting Meher's exemplary performances and dedication. The late actor's cinematic journey includes a shift from Hindi to Odia films, winning accolades like the National Film Award and Padmashree.

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In a profound loss to the cinematic world, Sadhu Meher, the acclaimed Odia film director and actor, breathed his last at the age of 84 in his Mumbai residence. The news of his demise elicited condolences from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who expressed his grief on social media. Modi's caption on the post acknowledged Sadhu Meher's significant contributions to both Hindi and Odia cinema, emphasizing the profound impact of his cinematic performances and dedication.

"The death of Shri Sadhu Meher Ji is a significant loss for the film industry and our cultural legacy. "A stalwart in both Hindi and Odia cinema, his cinematic performances and dedication were outstanding," PM Modi wrote. "My sympathies are with his family, coworkers, and many admirers as they grieve this irreplaceable loss. We honor his memory by preserving the great creative legacy he left. "Om Shanti."

Sadhu Meher's film career began in Hindi and eventually expanded to Odia cinema. His significant accomplishments include winning the National Film Award for Best Actor in "Ankur" and obtaining the coveted Padmashree Award in 2017. He was also rewarded with the Odisha Film Award for Outstanding Contribution to Odishan Cinema.

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The late director's filmography boasts works such as "Abhimaan," "Aparichita," "Desire," "Abhilasha," and "Gopa re Badhhuchhi Kala Kanhei." Apart from directing, Sadhu Meher showcased his acting prowess in films like "Bhuvan Shome," "Manthan," "Inkaar," "Safed Haathi," "Mrigayaa," "Debshishu," "Uttoran," "Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehtey Hain," "Bhagya Na Jaane Koi," and "Jai Jagannatha."

As the cinematic community mourns the loss of a stalwart, Sadhu Meher's legacy lives on through his rich artistic contributions, leaving an indelible mark on both Hindi and Odia cinema.

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