Veteran Ollywood actor Uttam Mohanty airlifted to Medanta Hospital

Veteran Ollywood actor Uttam Mohanty was transferred to Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon on Saturday following deterioration in his health condition.

Uttam Mohanty’s son Babushaan informed that he was airlifted to Medanta Hospital for advanced treatment. A team of doctors also went with him.

The veteran actor was undergoing medical treatment at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. Doctors found that Uttam Mohanty is suffering from liver complications which have worsened in recent days.

Despite being on a ventilator, his condition was stable. His family remains hopeful as they sought specialised care at Medanta Hospital to address his health needs more comprehensively.

Uttam Mohanty has left a significant impact on the Odia film industry, with a career spanning several decades. As fans and peers express their well-wishes for his recovery, the industry collectively reflects on his illustrious contributions.

On the professional front, having appeared in over 150 films, Uttam Mohanty is celebrated for his versatile acting and has been a beloved figure in the Odia community. His contributions have earned him several accolades and a lasting legacy in Odia cinema.

Uttam Mohanty to his credit has more than 135 Odia films to date and has acted in 30 Bengali films and in a Hindi film Naya Zaher. Born and brought up in Baripada, he was inclined towards acting from his college days.

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Uttam Mohanty is the only star in the Odia cinema horizon to have been at the top for nearly two decades, dominating the Odia film industry throughout the 80’s and 90’s. 

Uttam Mohanty is married to veteran actress Aparajita. Their son Babushaan is now among the lead actors in the Odia film industry. The actor’s family has requested privacy during this challenging period.