AAO NXT Revives Odia Classic Pipasa (1978), Streaming Digitally for Global Audiences from August 28

Directed by Debi Prasad Das and starring Ajit Das, Tandra Ray, and Sachi Panda, the film returns with its original music by Upendra Kumar, as CEO Kaushik Das highlights AAO NXT’s mission to preserve Odisha’s cinematic heritage

AAO NXT, Odisha’s homegrown OTT platform, has announced the digital release of the Odia classic Pipasa, originally released in 1978. Starting August 28, the film will be available to audiences worldwide, giving a new generation access to one of the defining works of Odia cinema.
Directed by Debi Prasad Das, the film features a stellar cast including Ajit Das, Tandra Ray, and Sachi Panda, with music composed by the legendary Upendra Kumar. Pipasa has long been remembered for its storytelling, strong performances, and evocative soundtrack, which helped it secure a place in the cultural memory of Odisha.

Kaushik Das, Founder and CEO of AAO NXT, said that bringing Pipasa to the digital age is part of the platform’s larger mission to preserve and promote Odia cinema for global audiences. He emphasised that the effort is not only about nostalgia but also about giving Odia films the visibility they deserve in today’s competitive streaming ecosystem.

The film’s arrival on AAO NXT reflects a growing movement to digitise and distribute regional classics so that they remain accessible to both diaspora communities and younger viewers in India. By making such titles available, AAO NXT is working to ensure that Odisha’s cinematic heritage continues to inspire filmmakers and audiences alike.

For film lovers, Pipasa represents more than a story from the late 1970s – it is a reminder of the richness of Odia storytelling and the role cinema plays in preserving cultural identity. Its release on a digital platform underscores the importance of marrying heritage with technology, ensuring that classic films continue to thrive in the streaming era.

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