Bhubaneswar: Noted Odia actor and ‘Gopala Rahasya’ fame Rabi Mishra passed away while undergoing treatment at a private hospital here today.
Sources said he was admitted to the hospital following a cardiac arrest.
The eminent actor ruled the Odia film and television industries for over two decades. He acted in superhit films like Bhai Hela Bhagari, Sakala Tirtha, Soubhagyabati, Maa Pari Kie Haba, Rakhi Bhijigala Aakhi Luha Re, Mana Rahiagal Tumari Thare, Mukhyamantri, Dhauli Express and many more.
In his movies, Mishra excelled in both positive and negative characters. He was currently playing the father character in a daily soap titled ‘He Prabhu’ on an entertainment channel.
Soon after reports of his demise surfaced, condolence started pouring from different quarters for the departed soul.
Expressing deep grief over his death, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said the actor’s contribution to Odisha’s film and television industries will always be remembered.