Rewind and Reframe
Rewind and Reframe is a distinctive academic and cultural initiative of BPFTIO that brings eminent personalities from diverse creative and intellectual fields – such as literature, art, culture, music, architecture, theatre, and cinema – into meaningful interaction with students.
The programme explores the life journeys, creative processes, and perspectives of these distinguished individuals, offering students valuable insights into the depth and diversity of creative practice. It encourages learners to reflect on the past (“Rewind”) and reinterpret it within contemporary contexts (“Reframe”), fostering critical thinking, inspiration, and creative growth.
To create a dynamic platform where creative minds across disciplines inspire and influence the next generation of storytellers, fostering a culture of thoughtful reflection, innovation, and artistic excellence.
To provide deep insights into real-life creative journeys, processes, and experiences.
To encourage critical thinking by linking past knowledge with contemporary practices.
To nurture originality, interdisciplinary learning, and creative confidence among students.
Rewind & Reframe is rooted in the belief that creativity evolves through reflection and reinterpretation. By revisiting the past (Rewind) and reshaping its meaning in today’s context (Reframe), the initiative empowers students to develop a deeper understanding of art, culture, and storytelling. It promotes a learning environment where experience meets curiosity, and tradition transforms into innovation.
Inauguration
Rewind and Reframe, conceptualized by Prof. Himansu Sekhar Khatua, Chairman of BPFTIO, is a flagship talk series designed as a weekly interactive platform for meaningful dialogue with eminent personalities from diverse creative fields.
The inaugural session was graced by Sri Ananta Mahapatra, renowned thespian and director, in the esteemed presence of Padma Shri Adwaita Gadnayak, distinguished sculptor. The session marked the beginning of a thoughtful exchange of ideas, experiences, and creative perspectives.
Held every Thursday, Rewind & Reframe aims to explore the life, work, and journeys of accomplished individuals, enabling the transmission of their knowledge, values, and creative vision across generations.
Rewind & Reframe | Every Thursday at BPFTIO
This week, we revisit a powerful classic of Odia cinema — Kanakalata (1974), directed by Ghanashyam Mohapatra. Adapted from the renowned novel by Nanda Kishore Bal, Kanakalata is a poignant reflection on the harsh realities of rural aristocratic society. The film boldly critiques the deeply rooted dowry system and sheds light on the tragic lives of child widows—women condemned to endure lifelong suffering, isolation, and emotional turmoil.
Through its sensitive storytelling and social realism, Kanakalata remains a timeless voice against injustice, urging audiences to reflect, question, and empathize.
Rewind & Reframe at BPFTIO: A Memorable Cinematic Event
The Rewind & Reframe session at BPFTIO turned into a truly enriching and nostalgic cinematic experience with the gracious presence of eminent cine artist Dr. Tripura Mishra. The occasion was marked by the screening of her acclaimed Odia film Subarna Sita, a classic that continues to resonate even after four decades.
The students were deeply moved and overwhelmed witnessing a film created 40 years ago, yet so relevant in its storytelling and emotional depth. Every aspect of the film—be it cinematography, sound design, editing, or particularly its soulful songs and music—struck a powerful chord with the audience. The film served not just as entertainment but as an insightful learning experience for aspiring filmmakers.
The programme was skillfully conducted on stage by Prof. Himansu Khatua (Chairman, BPFTIO) who guided the session with thoughtful engagement and interaction. His presence added intellectual depth to the event, encouraging students to appreciate the nuances of classic filmmaking.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from all BPFTIO staff and students, creating a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere. It was not merely a screening but a celebration of cinematic heritage, learning, and inspiration—bridging generations through the timeless language of film.
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This Thursday on Rewind and Reframe at BPFTIO, a masterclass by Himansu Sekhar Khatua transforms the lecture hall into a living laboratory, where truth often feels stranger than fiction.
Blending technical precision with deep human sensitivity, he challenges students to look beyond the viewfinder and listen to the silent echoes of society. Rooted in the grit of Odishan realism and elevated by global cinematic thought, his approach redefines documentary filmmaking, not as a mere recording of reality, but as a powerful sensory and emotional experience.
The session features screenings of two of his acclaimed documentary masterpieces, “The Sea and Seven Villages” and “Mahima Alekha”, offering a profound glimpse into his cinematic vision and storytelling depth.
In the process, students are shaped into thinking artists, trained to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary.
Where Cinema, Literature, and Learning Converge.
This Thursday, Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series brought together creativity, insight, and inspiration in a truly engaging session.
We were honored to host Dr. Ramesh Prasad Panigrahi – eminent writer, director, and educationalist – whose enriching interaction left a lasting impact on students and faculty alike.
The session was gracefully conducted by Himanshu Khatua, Chairman, with active participation from students and staff. Dr. Panigrahi shared deep insights into storytelling, drama, film language, and creative writing, while also thoughtfully answering students’ questions.
The event concluded with the screening of his film Soubhagyavati, offering students a valuable exposure to cinematic writing style and narrative structure through practice and experience.
Venue: Nirad Mohapatra Auditorium, BPFTIO Campus
An inspiring day of learning, creativity, and cinematic exploration.
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🎬 REWIND & REFRAME | A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series
Biju Patnaik Film & Television Institute of Odisha (BPFTIO) had the privilege of hosting an enriching edition of REWIND & REFRAME, featuring Sri Ghanashyam Mohapatra, one of Odisha’s most respected Film Producers and Directors.
The interactive masterclass provided students with a unique opportunity to learn directly from a veteran filmmaker whose remarkable journey and contributions have significantly shaped Odia cinema. Through engaging discussions, practical insights, and inspiring experiences, the session encouraged aspiring filmmakers to pursue excellence with creativity, dedication, and passion.
The programme was graced by Prof. Himanshu Sekhar Khatua, Chairman, BPFTIO, whose continued efforts in bringing distinguished personalities from the film fraternity to the institute reflect BPFTIO’s commitment to nurturing future media professionals through meaningful industry interaction.
BPFTIO expresses its sincere gratitude to Sri Ghanashyam Mohapatra for sharing his invaluable knowledge and inspiring the next generation of filmmakers.
Rewind the legacy. Reframe the future.
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Rewind & Reframe Inspires Students with Musical Maestro Sri Subas Das
Where Music Meets Cinema, Learning Finds Its Rhythm
The latest edition of Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series, held on 06 August 2026, witnessed an inspiring and enriching interaction with Sri Subas Das, renowned Singer and Music Director, who captivated the audience with his remarkable journey through the world of music and cinema.
The session was presided over by Prof. Himanshu Sekhar Khatua, Chairman, BPFTIO, and brought together students, faculty members, and staff for an engaging day of learning, creativity, and artistic exchange.
Drawing from decades of experience in the music industry, Sri Subas Das shared invaluable insights into the creative process behind composing music for films, the emotional power of melodies, and the importance of discipline, perseverance, and continuous learning in building a successful career. Beyond discussing music, he reflected on the life lessons that shaped his personal and professional journey, inspiring students to pursue excellence with dedication and integrity.
One of the highlights of the programme was the highly interactive question-and-answer session, where students enthusiastically engaged with the guest, seeking guidance on music, filmmaking, creativity, and career development. His thoughtful responses and practical advice offered participants a rare opportunity to learn directly from one of Odisha’s most respected musical personalities.
The event proved to be a grand success, leaving students motivated and inspired by Sri Subas Das’s experiences, wisdom, and passion for the arts. His interaction reinforced the importance of creativity, lifelong learning, and perseverance—qualities that lie at the heart of every successful artist and filmmaker.
Through Rewind & Reframe, BPFTIO continues its commitment to connecting students with distinguished personalities from the worlds of cinema, music, media, and the creative arts, providing meaningful opportunities for learning beyond the classroom and nurturing the next generation of storytellers and media professionals.
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🎬 Rewind & Reframe | A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series
Words create emotions. Dialogues give characters a voice. Stories give cinema its soul.
As part of Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series, Biju Patnaik Film & Television Institute of Odisha (BPFTIO) had the privilege of hosting Sri Shirsananda Das Kanungo, renowned Lyricist & Dialogue Writer, for an enriching and insightful interaction with the students.
The session offered students a valuable opportunity to explore the art and craft of lyric writing, dialogue writing, storytelling, and cinematic expression. Drawing from his experience in the creative world, Sri Shirsananda Das Kanungo shared perspectives on how words can shape characters, establish emotions, and bring stories to life on screen.
The interactive session encouraged students to engage, ask questions, and understand the creative process behind writing for cinema. His experiences and insights provided aspiring filmmakers and storytellers with a deeper appreciation of the power of language in visual storytelling.
More than a talk, the session became an inspiring learning experience—connecting classroom knowledge with the practical realities of the film industry.
BPFTIO sincerely thanks Sri Shirsananda Das Kanungo for sharing his valuable knowledge, experiences, and creative wisdom with our students.
Through Rewind & Reframe, BPFTIO continues to create meaningful opportunities for students to learn directly from accomplished professionals and discover new perspectives in cinema and storytelling.
✨ Learning from experience. Creating with purpose. Shaping the future of cinema.
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Rewind & Reframe | A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series
Stories preserve society. Literature gives those stories a voice.
As part of Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series, Biju Patnaik Film & Television Institute of Odisha (BPFTIO) had the privilege of hosting Sri Santanu Kumar Acharya, a prominent Sahitya Akademi Award-winning Indian writer, novelist and academician, for an inspiring and enriching interaction with the students.
With a remarkable literary journey spanning decades, Sri Santanu Kumar Acharya shared valuable insights into the world of literature, storytelling, creativity and human experiences. His thoughts offered students a deeper understanding of how powerful stories emerge from society, life and the complexities of human emotions.
The session was an opportunity for the students to listen to the experiences and wisdom of a distinguished literary personality and to explore the connection between literature and visual storytelling—an essential perspective for aspiring filmmakers and creative professionals.
Through his experiences and reflections, Sri Santanu Kumar Acharya encouraged students to observe society closely, think deeply and develop a meaningful creative voice.
The interaction became more than a literary discussion – it was a lesson in life, imagination, observation and the power of storytelling.
BPFTIO sincerely thanks Sri Santanu Kumar Acharya for sharing his invaluable knowledge, experiences and literary wisdom with our students.
Through Rewind & Reframe, BPFTIO continues to bring inspiring voices from the worlds of cinema, literature, art and culture closer to the next generation of storytellers.
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Rewind & Reframe Hosts Renowned Playback Singer Sri Debasish Mohapatra.
A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series Celebrating Music, Cinema and Creative Journeys.
Cuttack, 24 September 2026:
Biju Patnaik Film & Television Institute of Odisha (BPFTIO) hosted another inspiring edition of “Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series”, featuring renowned Odia playback singer Sri Debasish Mohapatra as the guest speaker.
The session, held at the BPFTIO campus on 24 September 2026 at 3:00 PM, provided students with an opportunity to interact with one of the celebrated voices of Odia music and gain insights into his remarkable journey across music, cinema and professional life.
With a musical career spanning over four decades, Sri Debasish Mohapatra has carved a distinctive identity in Odia playback singing through his versatile voice and soulful musical expression. Often admired as the “Kishore Kumar of Odia Music,” his vocal versatility has enabled him to connect the musical sensibilities of the golden era with contemporary audiences.
Hailing from Mayurbhanj, Sri Debasish Mohapatra’s artistic journey was strongly influenced by his family and his elder brother, the legendary music director Sri Shantanu Mohapatra. Under his guidance, he developed a deep understanding of music and cultivated his distinctive artistic sensibility.
Sri Debasish Mohapatra made his playback singing debut with the 1976 Odia film Mana Mandira, under the direction of Padma Shri Prafulla Kar. His subsequent musical journey included memorable contributions to films such as Balidaan and Chilika Tirey, among numerous other works.
His contribution to Odia cinema and music has been recognised with prestigious honours, including the Odisha State Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer, which he received twice, and the Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
Beyond his accomplishments in music, his professional journey is equally noteworthy. He successfully balanced his passion for music with a career in the banking sector, serving as an Assistant General Manager, demonstrating the importance of discipline, dedication and perseverance in pursuing one’s creative aspirations alongside professional responsibilities.
During the interaction at BPFTIO, students had the opportunity to explore various aspects of a professional musical career, including playback singing, artistic discipline, creative expression, the evolution of Odia film music and the relationship between music and cinematic storytelling.
The session also offered valuable perspectives on pursuing a career in the creative industries while maintaining professional discipline and continuous learning. Sri Debasish Mohapatra’s experiences served as an inspiring example of how passion, perseverance and versatility can shape a meaningful artistic journey.
The programme was an enriching experience for the students, faculty and staff of BPFTIO, creating a meaningful bridge between classroom learning and the lived experiences of an accomplished creative professional.
Through Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series, the Institute continues its endeavour to bring distinguished personalities from cinema, music, literature, media and the creative arts into direct interaction with students. These conversations provide aspiring filmmakers and media professionals with valuable exposure to diverse creative journeys and encourage them to develop their own artistic vision.
Rewind & Reframe continues to create a space where experiences are shared, perspectives are expanded and the next generation of storytellers finds inspiration.
Event Details
Programme: Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series
Guest: Sri Debasish Mohapatra
Profession: Renowned Playback Singer
Date: 24 September 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: BPFTIO Campus, Cuttack
Music. Cinema. Conversation. Inspiration.
Rewind. Reframe. Reimagine.
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Rewind & Reframe Welcomes Renowned Filmmaker Sri Basanta Sahu
A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series on Direction, Screenwriting, Acting and the Art of Cinema
Cuttack, 01 October 2026:
Biju Patnaik Film & Television Institute of Odisha (BPFTIO) is set to host the upcoming edition of “Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series”, featuring prominent Odia filmmaker Sri Basanta Sahu as the guest speaker.
The programme will be held on 01 October 2026 at 3:00 PM at the BPFTIO Campus, Cuttack, bringing students into conversation with a creative professional whose work encompasses film direction, screenwriting and acting.
Sri Basanta Sahu has been associated with several notable productions in Odia cinema. His directorial credits include films such as Shasu Ghara Chalijibi, Satya Meba Jayate and Bhagya Chakra. He was also associated with Kalisankar as co-director alongside Prashanta Nanda.
His 2006 film Shasu Ghara Chalijibi, featuring Siddhanta Mahapatra and Anu Chowdhury, received recognition at the Chitrapuri Golden Jubilee Awards, including awards in categories such as Best Film and Best Director.
Sri Sahu’s association with the film industry also extends beyond individual productions. He has been involved in discussions surrounding the development of Odisha’s film infrastructure, including the transformation and modernisation of Kalinga Studios. In a 2023 report, he highlighted the importance of having integrated facilities for editing, dubbing and mixing within the State’s film-production ecosystem.
The upcoming Rewind & Reframe session will provide BPFTIO students with an opportunity to gain insights into the different stages of filmmaking and the creative decisions involved in transforming a written idea into a finished screen production.
Through an interactive conversation, students will have the opportunity to explore subjects including direction, screenplay development, characterisation, acting, visual storytelling, collaboration on a film set and the professional realities of working in the Odia film industry.
For aspiring filmmakers, such interactions provide a valuable perspective on the relationship between the different departments of cinema. Direction, writing and performance are interconnected creative processes, and understanding their relationship is essential for developing a strong cinematic vision.
The programme is also an opportunity for students to engage directly with an experienced member of the Odia film fraternity, ask questions and gain practical perspectives that complement their academic and technical training at BPFTIO.
Through Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series, the Institute continues its initiative of bringing accomplished personalities from cinema, music, literature, media and the creative arts into direct interaction with its students. The series seeks to create meaningful connections between institutional learning and professional experience while encouraging students to develop their own creative voices.
Event Details
Programme: Rewind & Reframe – A BPFTIO Thursday Talk Series
Guest: Sri Basanta Sahu
Profession: Film Director, Screenwriter & Actor
Date: 01 October 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: BPFTIO Campus, Cuttack
Cinema. Conversation. Learning. Inspiration.
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