Bhubaneswar: The much-anticipated Odia film “Shikar” officially began its journey with a grand muhurat ceremony held at the Balunkeshwar Temple premises in Nayapalli.
The project is produced by prominent Ollywood producer Sachikanta Jena under his banner, in collaboration with Prakash Films and Moon TV Movies, with music support from Siddharth Music.
The auspicious event was attended by an array of industry stalwarts, including co-producers Yugal Devta, Pramod Swain, Jubuli Sundaray, Shridhar Martha, Ramesh Barik, Atish Raut, and Shyama Prasad Mishra. The film’s director Mrutyunjaya Sahoo (Bapi), story and dialogue writer Priyabrata Panda, veteran actors Pradyumna Lenka, Prashant Patra, and lead cast Amlan Das, Elina Samantaray, Ankit, and Supriya Nayak were also present, alongside several dignitaries and media representatives.
“Shikar” promises a gripping tale of mystery and thrill. The story revolves around a shocking family murder. Who committed the crime? What was the motive? And who is the real hunter behind these dark events? Several characters become entangled in this suspenseful narrative, keeping audiences guessing until the end. The film also weaves in emotional family elements, making it a complete entertainer.
Music for the film has been composed by the contemporary music director Baidhyanath Dash, while choreography is handled by Amit Nayak. Pratap Raut will handle cinematography.
The lead roles feature Amlan Das, Elina Samantaray, Supriya Nayak, and Ankit. Shooting has officially commenced from the muhurat day, and the production team has announced that the film is slated for release in the near future.
With its mix of suspense, drama, and family emotions, “Shikar” is already creating a buzz in the Odia film industry, promising a thrilling cinematic experience for audiences.