Archita-Partha Starrer ‘Durgatinashini’ To Release This Dussehra

Archita-Partha Starrer ‘Durgatinashini’ To Release This Dussehra

Odia cinema lovers had little to cheer during Raja festival this year as no movies were released due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, their disappointment will be short-lived as some Odia films are all set to hit the small screen this Dussehra. The shooting of upcoming movie ‘Durgatinashini’ is going on in full swing and the film is scheduled to be released on Odia entertainment TV channel Zee Sarthak during Durga Puja.

Starring Archita Sahu and ‘Hello Arsi’ fame Partha Sarathi Ray, the movie is being directed by Raja D, who is popular for his music videos. Made under the Banner Akshay Parija Productions, the cinematography of the film is being handled by Pratap Rout. The movie songs are composed by Goodly Rath.

Archita is playing the character of a cop in ‘Durgatinashini’, the second time after ‘ACP Sagarika’. She said, “The only similarity in both the characters is honesty. The character of a police officer I portray in this movie is honest, similar to ‘ACP Sagarika’. But the scenario and story are completely different. I play the role of a saviour who ends all evils from the society like Maa Durga who killed the demon Mahisasur to protect the universe.”

Archita further said, “People have loved and accepted me in romantic films. But now, I am interested in essaying the role of powerful and strong characters. Actually, I am enjoying it since I am not the victim. Usually, a female protagonist of a movie becomes the victim and the male protagonist comes for her rescue. ‘Durgatinashini’ has a lot of action scenes of mine. I am happy with the work of director Raja D and I honestly feel he is a ‘Lambi race ka Ghoda.’”

Speaking about his onscreen chemistry with Archita, Partha said, “She is the protagonist of the film and I am the antagonist. We are not a couple in the movie and hence, are not romancing.”

Partha said he can’t reveal the details of the movie’s plot now. “But I want my fans to know that I am playing a very interesting character. To know more about my role, people have to watch the film. I am hopeful that the movie is a complete entertainer and will not let them down.” he added.

Raja said the movie is a suspense thriller and based on true events. But some fiction has been added to it. “Since I have worked with Partha earlier, I know he is talented and capable of playing multiple characters. I had also worked as an assistant director with Archita before. But this is for the first time I am working as a director with her. She is very cooperative. Besides, it’s an honour to work with such a brilliant cinematographer like Pratap sir who has won state award and done big banner Odia films like ‘Agastya’, ‘Biju Babu’ and also worked in Bollywood movies like ‘Baby’ and ‘MS Dhoni’. It was very smooth and comfortable working with these talented people. The output will also be good,” Raja added.