1. Papu Pom Pom (Tatwa Prakash Satpathy)
Why he is iconic:
He is the most recognized comedic face of modern Ollywood. From mimicry to body
language comedy, no one matches his versatility.
Comedy style: Slapstick + mimicry + spontaneous improvisation
Famous for:
- Rangeela Toka
- Balunga Toka
- Pagala Karichu Tu
Speciality: Creates comedy even in emotional scenes; huge fanbase among kids to adults.
2.
Jayee (Jeetendra Kumar Jena)
Why he is trending:
One of the strongest new-age comedic actors with relatable humour and clean
expression-driven comedy.
Comedy style: Natural, dialogue-driven, expressive
Popular works:
- Premam
- Daman
(small but memorable presence)
- Debi
Speciality: Youth favourite because his comedy feels real, not forced.
3.
Harihara Mahapatra
Why he is respected:
A senior comedian with a strong drama-theatre foundation. He brings maturity
and timing to every comic role.
Comedy style: Family-friendly, graceful, subtle
Famous films:
- Mu Tate Love Karuchi
- Akhire Akhire
- Shiva Not Out
Speciality: Perfect for elder-comedy and situational humour.
4.
Pragyan Karan (Papuna)
Why he is popular now:
From stage drama and TV to films, he has built a huge fanbase for high-energy
comic performances.
Comedy style: Over-the-top expressions + youth-friendly jokes
Famous for:
- Mal Mahu Jiban Mati
- Several comedy shows & YouTube content
Speciality: Best for loud, mass-appeal comedy scenes.
5.
Salil Mitra
Why people love him:
Known for subtle and situational humour. His comedy blends perfectly with
emotional scenes.
Comedy style: Soft humour, clean expressions
Famous works:
- Love You Hamesha
- Hero No. 1
Speciality: He makes comedy feel natural, not “acting”.
6.
Badal Mohanty
Why he is memorable:
A familiar face of 2000s and early 2010s Odia cinema. Known for classic comedic
expressions.
Comedy style: Old-school slapstick + exaggerated reactions
Famous works:
- Many comedy supporting roles in 2000–2015 films
Speciality: Perfect sidekick for hero-led comedy tracks.
7.
Pradyumna Lenka
Why he stands out:
Veteran theatre artist known for strong stage presence and perfect timing.
Comedy style: Loud, dramatic, and attention-grabbing
Famous works:
- Chhati Tale Ding Dong
- Akhire Akhire
Speciality: Creates scene-stealing comedy moments in family dramas.
8.
Gadadhar Puty
Why he is special:
A character actor who brings depth to comic roles. Known for emotional-comedy
blend.
Comedy style: Intelligent humour, character-driven
Famous works:
- Various supporting roles in family + social films
Speciality: Best in “serious character with funny moments” roles.
9.
Puspak Patnaik
Why he is rising fast:
New-gen comedian who became popular through social media, OTT, and indie Odia
projects.
Comedy style: Youth-focused, sarcastic, expression-heavy
Works:
- Several Odia short films & new-era Odia movies
Speciality: Relatable Gen-Z style humour.
10.
Suman Maharana
Why he is loved:
Famous for short-format comedy and has recently been entering films.
Comedy style: Fast-paced, meme-style humour
Known for:
- Local Toka Love Story
universe
- Comedy TV serials
Speciality: Has strong screen presence in youth comedy roles.
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