Acting
Jayiram Samal
Born 1948-01-01 · Cuttack, India
Jayiram Samal, widely known by his affectionate nickname Jayee, is a celebrated Indian actor born in 1948. He is most recognized for his iconic comedic performances in the Odia film industry, commonly referred to as Ollywood. With a highly prolific career spanning several decades, he has been credited in over 300 works, encompassing feature films, television serials, and theatrical plays. Samal began his illustrious acting journey in the 1970s, quickly establishing himself as a beloved comedic talent. His early appearances in films like Jajabara in 1975 and Naga Phasa in 1977 set the stage for a long and successful career in regional cinema. He became widely famous among audiences for his unique and trademark laugh, which became a staple of his on-screen persona. While he is predominantly celebrated for his impeccable comedic timing and ability to bring levity to the screen, he also showcased his versatility as an actor by successfully taking on negative roles in select films. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he remained a highly active and sought-after talent, appearing in numerous hit films such as Swapna Sagara, Hakim Babu, Jaga Hatare Pagha, and Anti Churi Tanti Kate. His enduring contributions to Odia entertainment were formally recognized in 2008 when he was honored with a Lifetime Achievement award at the 40th Banichitra Awards, a prestigious accolade he received alongside the esteemed singer Raghunath Panigrahi. His cinematic legacy continued well into the modern era with films like Om Sai Tujhe Salaam in 2013, reflecting a lifetime of profound dedication to the arts and his industry.
Acting credits
NRThe film portrays the ambitions and struggles in a relationship among members of a middle-class family.
School Master
1985
NROriya artist Raju comes to a village to capture the beauties of nature in his canvas where he falls in love with Chumki. Phula, another village girl, also falls for Raju.
Paradesi Babu
1999
10.0A man from lower social background qualifies and gets an administration job and to match his higher social occupation, he leaves his family, friends, and fiance. But gradually he understands his mistake and returns for his people. Finally he finds his wrong decision for the mining in his village has lead to the destruction and down fall of his people and everyone lives the village and him behind alone.
Hakim Babu
1985
No synopsis available yet.
Balidan
1978
7.0Mythological movie on Raja Harischandra from Odia Cinema.
Raja Harishchandra
1984
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Jaga Hatare Pagha
1985
NRShradhanjali is a famous 1993 Odia film that marked the acting debut of superstar Sidhant Mohapatra
Shradhanjali
1994
No synopsis available yet.
Sankha Sindura
1985
No synopsis available yet.
Amar Prem
1977
No synopsis available yet.
Jibana Sangram
1984
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Mun Tume O Se
1985
No synopsis available yet.
Gruhalakshmi
1985
7.0No synopsis available yet.
Krushna Sudama
1976
Film starring Ajit Das, Tandra Roy and Swarup Nayak
Para Jhia Ghara Bhangena
1985
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Danda Balunga
1984
7.0The story follows Sheela, who takes shelter in Dora's house. They fall in love, though her marriage is fixed with someone else named Abhijit, who surprisingly helps her meet Dora
Dora
1984
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Kaberi
1984
No synopsis available yet.
Prema Bandhana
1999
6.0Debendra, a reputed industrialist lost everything in a fraud case. He lives with daughter Binni. Soon Binni get married and is killed by her in-laws. Her spirit enters in dolly body to take revenge.
Kandhei Akhire Luha
1997
NRDirected by Braja Singh, Samaya Kahiba Kia Kahara is an Odia movie starring Amlan Das in the lead.
Samaya Kahiba Kie Kahara
2024
No synopsis available yet.
Puja Phula
1985
The story was based on nomad lifestyle. The nomad turned onto human being falls in love, fight for love and wins love fighting with many ifs and buts. The electrifying love story, with intense comedy, wonderful music has made "Jajabara" a success to remember era together.
Jajabara
1975
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Pagala Karichi Paunji Tora
2009
No synopsis available yet.
Jaga Balia
1985