Veteran cinematographer Dillip Ray, one of the most successful names in Odia cinema, has died at the age of 72 after a brief illness.As reported by PTI, Dillip Ray died in a private hospital in Bhubaneswar on Friday evening. He is survived by his wife and three daughters. Dillip Ray has worked in feature films, documentaries, and television.
A distinguished career behind the camera
Born on July 27, 1954, in Cuttack, Dillip Ray developed an early interest in cinematography. To pursue his passion professionally, he studied at the Film and Television Institute (FTI) in Bengaluru, where he received formal training in the craft.
Worked in many film industries
Dillip Ray has worked in more than 80 Odia films and about 15 Bengali productions. His filmography also includes many Chhattisgarhi films, documentaries, and television serials.Among the most famous films of his career are ‘Tisandhya’, ‘Mamata Ra Dora’, ‘Majhi Pahacha’, and ‘Bidhira Bidhana’.
Five times: Odisha State Film award: winner:
Dillip Ray received the Odisha State Film Award for Best Cinematography five times.Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed deep grief over the death of the veteran cinematographer. Paying tribute, the Chief Minister said, “His extraordinary artistic contribution to the development of the Odia film industry will always remain memorable. His departure is an irreparable loss to our world of art and culture.”Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also mourned the loss of the renowned cinematographer and recalled his lifelong service to Indian cinema:.In his message, he wrote, “I am deeply saddened and saddened to hear the news of the death of Dilip Ray, the renowned cinematographer of Odisha. His unparalleled contributions to the development of the world of cinema and television in India, including Odisha, are immeasurable. His dedication and service to the film industry will remain forever remembered. bereaved family members. Om Shanti.”