Remembering The Legendary Actor Bijay Mohanty Through These Iconic Songs

Remembering the iconic Ollywood actor Bijay Mohanty through these iconic songs that have entertained Odias over more than five decades. The first from Odisha to become the alumnus of National School of Drama (NSD), Bijay Mohanty was not just one of the most versatile actors but was also a living legend. 

The 70-year-old began his journey in 1977 with the film ‘Chilika Teerey’ and has worked in more than 300 Odia films, 40 Bengali films, 2 south Indian movies and one Hindi film. Recipient of six State Awards, Jaydev Award and National Award for his contribution to art and culture, Bijay Mohanty was an acting school in himself. 

Bijay Mohanty passed away at the age of 70 in a private hospital on Monday evening. Although the actor has many hit songs to his credit, here we have gathered top 5 songs featuring him from some of his hit films.

#5 Best Song Of Bijay Mohanty

Song – Rusichi Han Rusichi
Film – Jeebana Sathi (1997)

In this song of the film, the actor was seen enjoying joyous moments with his on-screen son and daughters. Directed by Jyoti Praksh, the film also has stars like Aparajita Mohanty, Priya Karta, Sritam Das, Mihir Das, Manoj Das, Debu Bose and Jairam Samal.

#4 Best Song Of Bijay Mohanty

Song – Sahi Pare Ae Jibane Mun Je Sabu Kichi
Film – Lakhsmi Pratima (2007)

In this film, the actor was seen playing a taxi driver and in the song, he is seen with his adopted daughter according to the story. Directed by Md Mohsin, this film also has stars like Siddhant Mohapatra, Rachna Banerjee, Debu Bose, Anita Das, Mihir Das, Namrata Das and Sritam Das.

#3 Best Song Of Bijay Mohanty

Song – Soija Mama
Film – Suna Panjuri (1995)

In this song, Bijay played the maternal grandfather of a little girl (played by Sweta Mishra). In the song, Bijay was seen making the kid rest with his Lori. Directed by Rabi Kinagi, the film also has stars like Siddhant Mohapatra, Indira Krishnan, Debu Bose, Namrata Das and Hara Pattnaik.

#2 Best Song Of Bijay Mohanty

Song – Suna Rupa Gauni
Film – Rakhi Bhijigala Akhi Luha Re (1999)

This is the most favourite song of Odia people, which is still being played during Rakhi Purnima. This song shows the love and bonding between a brother and his sister. Directed by Sangram Biswal the film also has stars like Siddhant Mohapatra, Rachna Banerjee, Debu Bose, Mihir Das, Saroj Das, Aparajita Mohanty and Rai Mohan.

#1 Best Song Of Bijay Mohanty

Song – Rupa Sagadi Re Suna Kania
Film – Jaga Hatare Pagha (1985)

In this song, Bijay was seen driving a bullock cart, in which Aparajita is sitting. Directed By Md Mohsin,  the film also has stars like Uttam Mohanty, Aparajita Mohanty, Sujata Ananda, Jaya Swami, Hemant Das, Gloria Mohanty and Jairam Samal. This evergreen song is the most liked track of the film as well as of the actor.