Bhubaneswar: Renowned Odia actor Raimohan Parida, who allegedly died by suicide at his house in Odisha’s capital on Friday, had texted “bye” to his wife and two daughters from his mobile phone before taking the extreme step, a report said, quoting police. The actor was 58.
The actor texted “bye” to his daughters and wife before allegedly hanging himself inside a room at his residence in Prachi Vihar in Palasuni area.
Born on July 10, 1963, the actor had acted in over 100 Odia films and 15 Bengali films, often playing the role of a villain. He also performed in several Jatras and plays. Among his superhit movies are Rama Laxman, Aasibu Kebe Saji Mo Rani, Naga Panchami, Udandi Sita, Tu Thile Mo Dara Kahaku, Rana Bhumi, Singha Bahini, Kulanandan and Kandhei Aakhire Luha.
The actor’s body has been sent for post-mortem.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik offered his condolences over the sudden demise of the actor.
