‘Jaga & Pageli’ Win Hearts; Devasis Patra Thanks Audience for Overwhelming Love for Ganda Bhairav

Bhubaneswar: The on-screen pairing of Devasis Patra and Sivani Sangita as Jaga and Pageli in the recently released Odia film Ganda Bhairav has struck a chord with audiences across Odisha, with the duo receiving widespread appreciation for their emotionally charged performances.

Expressing gratitude for the overwhelming response, Devasis Patra shared a heartfelt message on social media, thanking moviegoers for embracing the characters with immense love and affection.

“From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for showering Jaga and Pageli from Ganda Bhairav with so much love, affection and blessings. Your unconditional love has been our greatest reward and the biggest strength behind this journey,” the actor wrote.

Hinting at future collaborations, he added, “We will meet again… in a new avatar, with a new story, and a completely new character. Until then, keep Jaga and Pageli alive in your hearts. Your love and support will always remain the most precious gift for us. Jai Jagannath.”

Released during the Rath Yatra festive season, Ganda Bhairav has received praise for its emotional storytelling, rooted in Jagannath culture and devotion. The film follows the journey of Jaga, a devotee associated with the Jagannath Temple, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, loss, redemption and faith.

Directed by Sudhanshu Mohan Sahoo and produced by Ramesh Barik, the film features Devasis Patra, Sivani Sangita, Ananya Mishra, KK and others in pivotal roles.

The chemistry between Devasis and Sivani, portrayed through the characters of Jaga and Pageli, has emerged as one of the film’s biggest highlights, drawing praise from audiences on social media for its authenticity and emotional depth.

With strong word-of-mouth and positive audience response, Ganda Bhairav continues to attract viewers in theatres, adding to the growing momentum of content-driven Odia cinema.