Narayan Pati (director)
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| Born | September 9, 1953 Jajpur district, Odisha, India |
| Died | June 25, 2025 |
| Alma mater | National School of Drama |
| Occupation | Film director, actor, theatre practitioner |
| Years active | 1980–2025 |
| Known for | Odia theatre and cinema |
Narayan Pati (9 September 1953 – June 2025) was an Indian film director, actor, theatre practitioner, and writer associated with Odia cinema, Hindi cinema, Indian television, and theatre..[1] A graduate of the National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi, he made significant contributions to Odia theatre, films, and television over a career spanning several decades[2]
Early life and education
Narayan Pati was born on 9 September 1953 in Jajpur district, Odisha, India. He graduated from the National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi, in 1980 with a specialisation in Direction. The National School of Drama is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.[3]
Theatre career[2]
After completing his training at NSD, Pati founded the theatre group Anwesanana in Bhubaneswar. He worked extensively as a playwright, director, and actor in Odia theatre.[4]
He adapted and staged the play Lekhak, based on a short story by Munshi Premchand. The production was staged at the National School of Drama and received critical appreciation.
His notable stage productions include Muktipatha, Jibana Sauda, Sesha Rakta Bindu, Abasesa, Sishu Dibasa, and Karmayogi. Among these, Muktipatha was noted for its production design and direction. The play was staged at Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata, during the Eastern Zone Theatre Festival and was later selected for the National Theatre Festival held at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi.[5]
Film and television career
Direction and production
Narayan Pati directed and produced several television serials for Doordarshan (DD), primarily in the Odia language, including :
Pathara Padile Sahi (1995, 12 episodes)
Tokei (1998, 26 episodes)[6]
Bhagya (1999, 52 episodes)[7]
Boura Hatabaksa
He directed the short film Bastudosha, which received recognition at several international film festivals between 2021 and 2022.[8]
Acting career
Narayan Pati appeared in several Odia and Hindi films, as well as television serials.
Odia films
Lakhye Siva Puji Paichhi Pua[9]
Bhagya Chakra[10]
Bata Abata[11]
Gaare Sindura Dhare Luha
Samar Salim Saiman[12]
Bastudosha[13]
Writing and translation work
Narayan Pati translated Konstantin Stanislavski’s book An Actor Prepares into the Odia language under the title Abhinayara Unnata Abhinaya Prastuti. The book was inaugurated on 3 April 2017 by the Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, and was made available through national and international bookstores.
He also wrote screenplays for films such as Dakamunsi, Bastudosha, Madhura Samparka, Sesha Paryanta, and Kalankita Nayak.[14] He has also directed the film Boura Hatabaksa[15]
Death
Narayan Pati died in June 2025. His death was widely reported by regional and national media, which noted his contributions to theatre, cinema, and television.[16]
References
- ↑ Pradhan, Surya Narayan (2025-06-25). "Veteran actor and NSD alumnus Narayan Pati no more". Sambad English. Retrieved 2026-01-31.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Network, Post News (2025-06-26). "Veteran actor Narayan Pati passes away". Odisha News, Odisha Latest news, Odisha Daily - OrissaPOST. Retrieved 2026-01-31.
- ↑ Pradhan, Surya Narayan (2025-06-25). "Veteran actor and NSD alumnus Narayan Pati no more". Sambad English. Retrieved 2026-01-31.
- ↑ Network, Post News (2019-04-16). "Safdar's legacy lives on - OrissaPOST". Odisha News, Odisha Latest news, Odisha Daily - OrissaPOST. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ "The Maoist ideologue and the tendu patta trader". The Indian Express. 2010-12-30. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Network, Post News (2025-06-26). "Veteran actor Narayan Pati passes away". Odisha News, Odisha Latest news, Odisha Daily - OrissaPOST. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Gautam, Suman (2025-08-25). "To Pain Mu Serial Cast Name, Timing, Story & More". India Remarks. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ "Chairosana Films". Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Network, Post News (2025-06-26). "Veteran actor Narayan Pati passes away". Odisha News, Odisha Latest news, Odisha Daily - OrissaPOST. Retrieved 2026-01-31.
- ↑ Nayak, Rasmita (2025-06-25). "ନାରାୟଣ ପତିଙ୍କ ଦେହାନ୍ତ". Kanak (in ଓଡ଼ିଆ). Retrieved 2026-01-31.
- ↑ "Bata Abata (1980)". OdiaMovieDB - tracking Theatrical, TV & OTT Releases. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ justlalit (2025-08-28). "Samar Salim Saimon: The Untold Story a Youngman's Ambitious Film Journey". odiamoviedb.com. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ "Chairosana Films". Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Information, Film (2025-06-25). "FILMMAKER NARAYAN PATI DEAD | 25 June, 2025". Film Information. Retrieved 2026-01-31.
- ↑ "Chairosana Films". Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Pradhan, Surya Narayan (2025-06-25). "Veteran actor and NSD alumnus Narayan Pati no more". Sambad English. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
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