Jairam Samal (Jayee)
Born1948 (age 75–76)
Mahanga, Orissa, India
NationalityIndian
Occupation(s)Actor, Model
Years active1975-present

Jayiram Samal[Note] (born 1948), also known as Jayee, is an Indian actor known for his comic roles in Odia cinema (Ollywood). He is accredited in over 300 works, including films, television serials, and plays. He started his career in the 1970s as a comic actor. He was known for his trademark laugh.[1][2] He has also appeared in negative roles in some films.[citation needed]

In 2008, Samal was presented with a Lifetime Achievement award at the 40th Banichitra Awards presented by the Banichitra film magazine along with singer Raghunath Panigrahi.[3]

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Notes

^[Note] Also credited as Jairam or Jayaram.

References

  1. ^ Sahu, Diana (31 August 2012). "Jayiram Samal: Ace comedian and character actor". Indian Express. Archived from the original on 16 January 2014. Retrieved 16 January 2014.
  2. ^ "Ollywood's funny business gets serious". Indian Express. 7 October 2010. Archived from the original on 15 October 2012. Retrieved 16 January 2014.
  3. ^ "Banichitra awards presented". The Hindu. Bhubaneshwar. 7 April 2008. Retrieved 16 January 2014.
  4. ^ "'Om Sai Tujhe Salaam' to release tomorrow". Bhubaneshwar: Daily Pioneer. 29 August 2013. Retrieved 16 January 2014.

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