Archita Sahu – A Versatile Icon of the Odia Film Industry
Archita Sahu, the iconic beauty and diva of the Odia film industry, is celebrated for her outstanding contributions to Ollywood. She was born on June 29, 1990, in Bhubaneswar and has earned a reputation as a highly versatile actress.
Archita completed her schooling at Demonstration Multipurpose School, BBSR, and pursued her degree in B.Tech from KIIT University. Before venturing into acting, she was an accomplished classical dancer, receiving a National Scholarship in Odissi Dance.
Her foray into the world of acting began when she was in the 10th standard with her debut in the Odia film industry in “O My Love,” where she played the female lead opposite Rajdeep Das. This film, directed by Sanjay Nayak, was released in 2005. Her journey in Ollywood continued with notable appearances in movies such as “Babu I Love You” (2006), “De Maa Shakti De” (2006), “To Bina Mo Kahani Adha” (2007), “Mate Ani Dela Lakhye Faguna” (2008), “Dhanare Rakhibu Sapatha Mora” (2008), “Mu Sapanara Soudagar” (2008), “Akashe Ki Ranga Lagila” (2009), “Aalo Mora Kandhei” (2010), “Loafer” (2011), “Chocolate” (2011), “Kebe Tame Naha Kebe Mu Nahi” (2012), “Mu Eka Tumara” (2013), “Pilata Bigidigala” (2015), “Chhati Tale Ding Dong” (2016), and “Just Mohabbat” (2017). In 2017, Archita starred opposite Arindam Roy in Sudhanshu Sahoo’s film, “Shiva Not Out.”
In recognition of her exceptional talent, Archita was awarded the Best Newcomer for her role in “O My Love” in 2005. Her trophy collection has since expanded to include awards such as the State’s Best Actress Award, Oriya State Award, Tarang Cine Award, Oriya Film Fare, Banichitra Award, and ETV Oriya TV Award.
Besides acting, Archita also enjoyed a successful career in modeling. In 2004, she was crowned as Miss Kalinga. She achieved the first runner-up position in Pond’s Femina Miss India Kolkata 2013 and secured the titles of Miss Talented and Miss Stylish Hair in the grand finale of Femina Miss India Kolkata. She became the first runner-up of the competition.
Archita Sahu holds the esteemed title of being the top actress in the Odia film industry. She is not only involved in modeling but also engages in social work. She serves as the brand ambassador of UNICEF in partnership with the government of Orissa for the “Eradication of Child Labor” and is the sole actress from Orissa to have been part of an IPL team.
Archita Sahu’s versatility and commitment have made her an enduring figure in the world of Odia cinema and beyond.
Archita sahu Personal Data:
- Real Name: Archita Sahu
- Profession: Actress, Model
- Born Date: 29 june 1990
- Birth Place: Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
- Sex: Female
- Marital Status: Married
- Relationship Status: Single
- Language Known: Odia, Hindi and English
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Hindu
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches
- Figure measurements: 28-26-28
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Brown
- Skin Color: Fair
- School: Demonstration Multipurpose School, BBSR
- College: KIIT University, BBSR
- Favourite Color: Grey and Yellow
- Favourite Place: Bangkok, Thailand
- Favourite food: Chhena poda and Chingudi Jhola
- Favourite singer: Rituraj Mohanty and Krishna Behura
Awards and accreditation
Archita has won several awards in her film career to date, including three state awards by the Government of Odisha.[18]
- Star Entertainer of the year 2017, 9th Tarang Cine Awards 2018 for the film Shiva Not Out
- Best Actor Female, 8th Tarang Cine Awards2017 for the film Bye Bye Dubai
- Best Actor Female, 7th Tarang Cine Awards 2016 for the film Pilata Bigidigala
- Best Actress, 6th Tarang Cine Awards 2015 for the film Smile Please
- Best Actress, Oriya Film Fair Awards 2014 for the film Smile Please
- Best Actress, Odisha State Film Awards, 2013 for the film ACP sagarika[19]
- Best Odia Actor (female), Filmfare Awards East, 2013 for the film Mu Eka Tumara
- Best Actress, Odisha State Film Awards, 2011 for the film Chocolate[20]
- Best Actress, Odisha State Film Awards, 2009 for the film Pagala Karichi Paunji Tora
- Best supporting Actress, Odisha State Film Awards, 2006 for the film Babu I Love You
- Best Actor (female) Show Time, Puri
- 2006 for the film De Maa Shakti De
- 2008 for the film To Payeen Nebi Mu Sahe Janama
- Best Actress, Banichitra Award
- 2006 for the film Babu I Love You
- 2008 for the film To Payeen Nebi Mu Sahe Janama
- 2009 for the film Mu Sapanara Soudagar
- 2010[21] Best Actress, Tarang Cine Awards
- 2012 – Chocolate[22]
- 2010 – Pagala Karichi Paunji Tora
- Best Actor (female) Etv Oriya Film Awards 2012 – Chocolate[23]
- Best Actor (female) 2007 – To Bina Mo Kahani Adha by Omshree Awards
- Best Actor (female) 2008 – To Bina Mo Kahani Adha by UMPA
- Best Actor (female) 2009 – Mu Sapanara Soudagar by Sapatha
- Best Actor (female) 2009 – Mu Sapanara Soudagar by Chalachitra Jagat
- Best Actor (female) 2010 – Akashe Ki Ranga Lagila by Kamyab
- Best Actor (female) 2010 – Pagala Karichi Paunji Tora by Chitrapuri
- Best Actor (female) 2010 – Pagala Karichi Paunji Tora by UMPA
- Best Newcomer Award 2005 – O My Love
