Mrinal Sen
Mrinal Sen entered the world of arts through Indian Peoples Theatre Association (IPTA) in 1943. He made his first film 'Raat Bhor' in 1956. Deeply influenced by the leftist ideology, most of his films deal with socio-political themes and the complexities of life of the urban middle class of Bengal. His second film, 'Neel Akasher Nichey' was banned by the government for two months in 1958. Though he predominantly worked in Bengali cinema, Sen also made films in the Odia, Telugu and Hindi languages. He won the National Award for Best Film four times and his films were screened at various international film festivals that bestowed accolades upon him. Sen also served as a jury member at the Cannes International Film Festival.
About Mrinal Sen
Mrinal Sen entered the world of arts through Indian Peoples Theatre Association (IPTA) in 1943. He made his first film 'Raat Bhor' in 1956. Deeply influenced by the leftist ideology, most of his films deal with socio-political themes and the complexities of life of the urban middle class of Bengal. His second film, 'Neel Akasher Nichey' was banned by the government for two months in 1958. Though he predominantly worked in Bengali cinema, Sen also made films in the Odia, Telugu and Hindi languages. He won the National Award for Best Film four times and his films were screened at various international film festivals that bestowed accolades upon him. Sen also served as a jury member at the Cannes International Film Festival.
Filmography(2)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Two Brothers Drama | 8 Sep 1967 | Director | Released |
 Matira Manisha (1967) Drama | 6 May 1967 | Director | Released |
Career Timeline
2 films · Debut 1967
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Mrinal Sen – Career & Contributions to Odia Cinema
Mrinal Sen is one of Ollywood's celebrated directors, having contributed to 2 Odia films in the Odia film industry (popularly known as Ollywood), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, Mrinal Sen has shared screen presence with some of Ollywood's finest actors and actresses, including Bhanumati Devi, Sarat Pujari, Sujata Anand. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with Odia audiences.
Mrinal Sen has worked across multiple genres in Odia cinema, including Drama, Action, Comedy, Crime, Family, Fantasy. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of Ollywood productions.
Mrinal Sen made their Odia film debut in 1967 with the film Matira Manisha (1967). Since then, they have steadily grown into one of Ollywood's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global Odia diaspora.
Follow Mrinal Sen's complete filmography, songs, trailers and box office records on Ollypedia — the most comprehensive Odia cinema database online.
FAQs about Mrinal Sen
How many Odia films has Mrinal Sen acted in?▼
Mrinal Sen has been part of 2 Odia films in Ollywood, spanning genres such as Drama, Action, Comedy.
What is Mrinal Sen's most popular Odia film?▼
Mrinal Sen's notable Odia films include "Two Brothers", "Matira Manisha (1967)". Visit each movie page on Ollypedia for detailed cast, songs and review information.
What is Mrinal Sen's role in Odia cinema?▼
Mrinal Sen works as a Director in the Odia film industry (Ollywood). Mrinal Sen entered the world of arts through Indian Peoples Theatre Association (IPTA) in 1943. He made his first film 'Raat Bhor' in 1956. Deeply inf...
When did Mrinal Sen debut in Ollywood?▼
Mrinal Sen made their Ollywood debut in 1967 with the film "Matira Manisha (1967)".
What genres has Mrinal Sen worked in?▼
Mrinal Sen has worked in Drama (2 films), Action (1 film), Comedy (1 film), Crime (1 film), Family (1 film), Fantasy (1 film) in their Odia film career.