Sidhant Mohapatra
Sidhant Mohapatra | |
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Mohapatra speaking at the Odisha State Film Awards 2014 | |
| Member of Odisha Legislative Assembly | |
| Assumed office 4 June 2024 | |
| Constituency | Digpahandi |
| In office 2009–2019 | |
| Preceded by | Chandra Sekhar Sahu |
| Succeeded by | Chandra Sekhar Sahu |
| Constituency | Berhampur |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Gyana Ranjan Mohapatra 4 May 1966 Brahmapur, Odisha, India |
| Party | Bharatiya Janata Party (2024–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Biju Janata Dal (2009–2024) |
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| Nickname | Munna |
Sidhant Mohapatra (born as Gyana Ranjan Mohapatra on 4 May 1966), popularly known as Munna Bhai, is an Indian actor and politician primarily working in Odia cinema. Known as the "Dynamic Superstar" by his fans for his versatility in acting, comedy, and action, he has acted in over 200 films, with 180 of them in lead roles.
Mohapatra has won numerous awards, including seven consecutive Odisha State Film Awards from 2000 to 2006, a record for any actor. He has also won five Filmfare Awards East and two National Film Awards, for Kotiye Re Gotiye (2000) and Swayamsiddha (2010). In addition to his acting career, Mohapatra has produced and distributed 120 films through his production company, Omm Divya Vision Home Motion Picture, which he founded in 1992. He has been featured in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list, based on his income.