Recently a sad news came, which sent a wave of mourning in the cinema world. Famous actor of Odisha film industry Uttam Mohanty passed away at the age of 66. His nephew confirmed his death. Since then, many film personalities and the Chief Minister of Odisha condoled the death of the actor.

On February 27, this great actor of Odisha said goodbye to this world. However, you will be saddened to know that the actor was suffering from liver cirrhosis (serious liver disease) for a long time. When his condition worsened, he was admitted to Medanta Hospital on the advice of doctors, but last evening he left this world.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Mahaji expressed deep condolences on the death of the actor. He wrote, "I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of famous and popular Odisha actor Uttam Mohanty. His death has left an irreparable void in the art world of Odisha. His acting in the art world of Odisha will always live in the hearts of the people. I pray for the peace of his soul and express my heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family."

Uttam Mohanty entered the acting world in 1977 with the film 'Abhimaan'. After this, his acting skills were greatly appreciated. The actor acted in more than 135 Odia films in his career. He was considered a legend of Odia cinema. Apart from this, he also acted in a Hindi film 'Naya Zahar' in 1991.