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Chief Minister Mohan Charan Manjhi recently visited Kalinga Studio in Bhubaneswar to check up on its renovation progress. The landmark studio's transformation into a modern facility is nearly complete, and it meets current industry standards. The Odisha government is planning to further enhance it with additional infrastructure at the request of the Cine Arts Association. The inauguration is expected soon, followed by a strategic plan to initiate comprehensive film shooting phases.

Key Points: Odisha CM Manjhi Reviews Kalinga Studio Renovation Progress

  • CM Manjhi finds Kalinga Studio renovation 90-95% complete
  • Modernization aligns with industry standards, set for inauguration soon
  • Plans underway for detailed film shooting phases
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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Manjhi reviews Kalinga Studio renovation progress in Bhubaneswar

CM Manjhi inspects Kalinga Studio renovations, nearly complete; film city plans underway.

"Inauguration will be held soon, and detailed planning for film shooting will follow in the next phase. - CM Mohan Charan Manjhi"

Bhubaneswar, June 2

Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi visited Kalinga Studio in Bhubaneswar to review its renovation progress on Sunday.

Odisha's iconic Kalinga Studio is undergoing a massive transformation and is currently in its final phase. CM Mohan Charan Manjhi claims that around 90-95 % of the renovation work has been completed.

In a media interaction, after paying a visit to the under-construction Kalinga Studio on Sunday, CM Mohan Charan Manjhi said, "A few days ago, members of the Cine Arts Association met with me and requested to visit Kalinga Studio. Kalinga Studio has been modernised as per industry standards, with 90-95% of work completed. Renovation began in 2021-22, when I was the Chief Whip of the Opposition."

He further highlighted the Cine Arts Association's demands for "additional infrastructure" in the Kalinga film studio, which includes a police station, a village, a hospital, a temple and a court.

As per the Odisha CM, the inauguration of the iconic Kalinga Studio is set to be held soon, which will be followed by a "detailed planning" for film shooting in the next phase.

"The Cine Arts Association has proposed additional infrastructure such as a police station, a village, a hospital, a temple, and a court. I have directed the department to prepare a new DPR and fulfil these demands to develop Kalinga Studio into a full-fledged film city. Today, I reviewed the progress and instructed on early completion. Inauguration will be held soon, and detailed planning for film shooting will follow in the next phase," said Odisha CM.

As per the Industries Department of Odisha, Odisha Small Industries Corporation (OSIC) had submitted estimates for Rs 2.13 crores for the construction/renovation/modification of the developmental works.

The renovation work include the repairing of Compound Wall, grading of Green Room (Make-up rooms), renovation of cottages, supply of water to different areas of the studio, repairing of Transformer, construction of pump house as well as overhead tank, repairing of indoor shooting floor, renovation and beautification of lawns and gardens, construction of slums / bastis, pindis and bhagabattungi etc. inside the studio premises for use by the film makers.

- ANI

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Prakash M.
Great initiative by CM Majhi! Kalinga Studio has been neglected for too long. This renovation will put Odisha on the map for film production. Hope they maintain the heritage while modernizing it. Jai Odisha! 🙏
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Smita R.
While I appreciate the development, I hope the government ensures local artists and technicians get priority in projects here. Often big productions bring their own teams from outside. Let's make this truly Odia!
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Abhishek K.
Rs 2.13 crores seems quite low for such a massive project. Hope the quality isn't compromised. We've seen many government projects start well but end up with substandard results. Fingers crossed!
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Madhuri P.
The idea of having a temple, police station, village etc. inside the studio is brilliant! Will save so much time and money for filmmakers. Maybe they can add a small pond/river set too for those emotional scenes 😊
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Rajesh N.
Good to see development, but what about parking and traffic management? Bhubaneswar roads are already congested. If big productions start coming, we need proper infrastructure around the studio too.
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Biswajit D.
As someone who worked at Kalinga Studio in the 90s, this news brings back memories. Hope they preserve some of the old charm while adding modern facilities. The film industry needs this boost in Odisha!

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