Odia Jatra actor Piyush Tripathy refunds Rs 1.15 Cr to jatra troupe owners

In an interesting turn of events, Odia Jatra actor Piyush Tripathy returned an advance payment totalling Rs 1.15 crore to two theatre troupe owners on Friday. The funds were split, with Rs 60 lakh returned to Surya Mandir and Rs 55 lakh to Singhabahini jatra troupe owners, respectively.

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Despite not returning the car he earlier received, Tripathy assured that he would continue paying the equated monthly installments (EMI) for it on his own.

Piyush would stay away from Jatra

Reflecting on recent personal challenges, the noted Jatra actor remarked, “The times have tarnished my reputation, and the media has framed things monetarily.”

Citing health and family commitments, he announced his decision to remain at home for a year and only engage in Odia film projects should they present themselves. He added, “I will not participate in any theatre performances this year.”

“A controversy that had previously erupted relating to financial matters came to an end today. The silly matter had blown large following debates and discussions, and at a time, the matter appeared to be ‘unresolving’,” actor Piyush Tripathy said to mediapersons.

“Solution to the issue was necessary keeping in mind the emotions and respect of Jatra lovers and troupe owners. The things are resolved now,” Tripathy added.

Worth mentioning, Piyush Tripathy was embroiled in controversy on March 7, this time involving a contract dispute with ‘Surya Mandir’ Jatra troupe. Previously, he had faced similar issues with ‘Singhabahini’ troupe over contractual disagreements.

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According to Surya Mandir's owner Pramod Swain, the actor Tripathy was engaged with Surya Mandir Jatra until June 13, 2026, for which future bookings had already been secured. However, it was subsequently claimed that Tripathy had intended to join Singhabahini, potentially causing financial setbacks for Surya Mandir.