Veteran Odia theatre and film actor Raimohan Parida was found dead at his residence here on Friday. Mr. Parida is survived by his wife and two daughters. It was death by hanging.
Mr. Parida, 58, had acted in over 100 Odia and Bengali films. Known for his negative characters in films and jatras (theatre), he was admired by his colleagues and fans. An alumnus of the Utkal Sangeet Mahavidyalaya, Mr. Parida had worked in the entertainment industry for over three decades.
As soon as the news of his death was flashed by media outlets, fellow actors and fans rushed to his Prachi Vihar house. Those who knew him were speechless and had no idea as to what drove him to end his life. Police said he left behind message ‘bye’ for his wife and daughters in their phones.
