Odia Jatra star Piyush Tripathy makes stage comeback after 6 months

Renowned Odia Jatra actor Piyush Tripathy returned to the Jatra stage after a hiatus of nearly six months, receiving an enthusiastic response from the audience. He marked his comeback with the play Tu Mo Bajrangi, staged by Jatra Singha Bahini at Chandikhole in Odisha’s Jajpur district.

Popularly known as Jollywood’s ‘bad boy’ for his powerful on-stage persona, Piyush made a striking entry during the performance, triggering excitement and applause from Jatra enthusiasts. His return to the pandal comes after a prolonged absence from the Jatra circuit following a controversy involving the acceptance of money from two organisers, which had kept him away from live performances.

Comeback Performance Draws Crowd

The Jatra show at Chandikhole witnessed a large turnout, with many spectators expressing happiness at seeing the actor back on stage. Fans and followers noted that his presence significantly enhanced the appeal of the performance, given his popularity and long-standing association with the traditional theatre form.

The staging of Tu Mo Bajrangi marked Piyush Tripathy’s first public performance since the controversy, making the event notable for both the actor and the Jatra fraternity.

Actor Expresses Gratitude

Speaking on his return, Piyush Tripathy said he was overwhelmed by the audience’s support.
“I am extremely happy to return to the Jatra community after such a long time. I hope I can live up to the expectations of the audience who welcomed me back,” he said.

He further added, “The love and blessings of the audience have always been with me. Going forward, I want to bring new story ideas and be more responsible so that I can earn even more affection.”

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Positive Signals for Jatra Circuit

Jatra enthusiasts present at the venue described his comeback as a positive development for the traditional theatre circuit. With his re-entry, expectations are high regarding his future performances and contributions to upcoming Jatra productions.