Akshaya Mohanty, widely known as Khoka Bhai, was a versatile artist from
Odisha, India, and his songs are immensely popular in the region. He made
significant contributions as a singer, lyricist, composer, musician, and
writer in Odia.
His diverse repertoire spanned various musical genres, including Odia
bhajans, Odissi songs, folk songs, and compositions for both films and
non-film modern light songs.
Akshaya Mohanty's work often delved into contemporary themes and drew
inspiration from popular legends in Odisha. His artistic endeavors left an
enduring mark on the cultural landscape of the region, establishing him as a
revered figure in the Odia music industry.
Early life
Akshaya Mohanty was born on October 12, 1936, in Cuttack, to
Bichitrananda Mohanty and Subarna Manjari Mohanty. Despite lacking
formal training in music, Mohanty displayed a natural talent for the
art.
In 1956, at the age of 22, he joined government services in Cuttack but
decided to resign after seven years in 1963. In the same year, 1956,
Akshaya Mohanty became an approved lyricist at All India Radio, Cuttack.
Subsequently, by 1959, he gained recognition as an approved composer at
All India Radio, marking the beginning of his significant contributions
to the field of music.
Family
Akshaya Mohanty was married to Prabina Mohanty in 1967. The couple had two sons and two daughters. One of his sons, Chitrabhanu Mohanty, followed in his father's footsteps and became a stage singer.Career
Akshaya Mohanty recorded his first song, "Gadiala Bhai Dharichhi Sura
Re," in the 1950s. His debut as a playback singer was marked by the song
"Gori Gori Gori" in the 1959 Odia movie "Maa." Throughout his career, he
lent his voice to songs in 129 Odia films.
In 1965, he ventured into composing music for the movie "Malajanha,"
directed by Odia filmmaker Nitai Palit. The song "Rakata Talamala" from
the movie became a chart-topper. Akshaya Mohanty went on to compose
music for a total of 75 movies.
Known for his experimental approach, he incorporated unique themes,
lyrics, and special sound effects in his compositions. Notable
experiments included initiating a new trend of ballads in Odia, inspired
by popular legends like "Kanchi Abhijana," "Randipua Ananta," and
"Konaraka Gatha."
Apart from musical contributions, he recorded a well-received drama
titled "Patent Medicine," winning the Best Radio Drama award from All
India Radio. Some of his popular songs include 'Kene Gheni Jauchha
Jagannathanku,' 'Saata Daria Paare,' 'He Phaguna Tume,' 'Raja Jhia
Sange,' 'Rakata Tala Mala,' and 'Chakori Jhara'anaa Luha.' Akshaya
Mohanty also ventured into acting, appearing in three movies.
| Name | Akshaya Mohanty Khoka Bhai |
| Date of Birth: | 12th Oct-1937 |
| Father: | Late Bichitrananda Mohanty |
| Mother: | Smt. Subarna Manjari Mohanty |
| Wife: | Smt. Prabina Mohanty |
| Marriage: | 5th July-1967 |
| Into Govt. service: | 1956 |
| Resignation from Govt. service: | 1963 |
| Approved Lyricist AIR: | 1956 |
| Approved Composer AIR: | 1959 |
Akshaya Mohanty Odia Music composed
| Mala Janha | Thilli Jhia Heli Bohu |
| Kie Kahar | Suna Chadhei |
| Sansar | Kurukshetra |
| Jajabara | Papa Punya |
| Naga Phasa | Pua Mora Kala Thakura |
| Taapoi | Mamata Ra Dori |
| Jhili Mili | Chaka Akhi Sabu Dekhuchi |
| Nijhum Ratira Sathi | Bidhira Bidhana |
| Shree Jagannath | Aasuchi Mo Kalia Suna |
| Kie Jite Kie Hare | Daiba Daudi |
| Ashanta Graha | Chaka Dola Karuchi Lila |
| Mahasati Sabitree | Thakura Achhanti Choubahaku |
| Swapna Sagar | Paradesi Chadhei |
| Danda Balunga | Kalia Bharasa |
| Jai Phula | Ama Ghara Ama Sansar |
| Jaga Hatare Pagha | Hasa Luha Bhara Dunia |
| Sankha Sindura | To Binu Anya Gati Nahin |
| Mamata Mage Moola | Kotie Manisha Gotie Jaga |
| Nala Damayanti | Kapala Likhana |
| Baje Bainshi Nache Ghungura | Bhisma Pratigyan |
| Chaka Bhaunree | Suna Bhauja |
| Sabu Mayare Baya | Rakhile Siba Mariba Kie |
| Eai Aama Sanshara | Lakhsmana Rekha |
| Karunamaya | Pua Mora Jagatajita |
| Badhu Nirupama | Jai Jagannatha |
| Eai Ta Duniya | Jor Jar Mulak Taar |
| Tunda Baida |
Akshaya Mohanty Song (Odia Albums)
| Ahuti (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | Oriya Songs - Akshay Mohanty |
| All Time Greats Akshaya Mohanty | Sankhamandala |
| Oriya Songs Akshaya Mohanty | Pardesi Chadhei - Jaa Debi Sarba Bhutedhu |
| Ago Moro Phularani | Jaga Hatare Pagha |
| Songs From The Land Of Jagannath | Mukti Tirtha |
| Jajabara | Oriya Modern Songs - Akshay Mohanty |
| Mo Pati Mo Debata | Oriya Modern Songs |
| Modern Oriya Songs - Akshyaya Mohanty | Oriya Songs : Akshyaya Mohanty |
| Uttam Uttam (Remix) | Maa Mati Mamata |
| Modern Oriya Songs - Akshaya Mohanty | Devotional Songs By Akshaya Mohanty |
| Nyay Chakara - Kartabya | Jajabara Ory |
| Kapaala Likhana | Paap Punya |
| Pathara Khashila Bada Deularu | Kali Gori |
| Jai Jagannatha | Suna Chadhei |
| Danda Balunga | Oriya Devotional Songs - Akshaya Mohanty |
Akshaya Mohanty Popular songs
Akshaya Mohanty gave plenty of hits to odia music industry, from where akshaya mohanty's jajabara mana mora, smruti tume, kabata kholila priye, olata brukshe kheluchhi, are more popular.| Gadiala Bhai Dharichhi Sura Re | Rangabati Re Rangabati |
| Smruti Tume | Abujha Priayatama |
| Bayasara Krushnachuda | Phulei Rani Saja Phula |
| Tahun Kanji Gala | Jajabara Mana Mora |
| Udi Udi Udi Ja Re Udi | Chhapi Chhapi Basanto Rati |
| Ja Ja Re Bhasi Bhasi Ja | Rail Gadi Jauchhi Gadi |
| Raja Jhia Sange | Sata Daria Pari Re |
| Ba Ba Re Capital | Chandrama Eka Chandana Bindu |
| Punyara Nadi Tire | Chandramailli Hase |
| Abujha Priyatama | Ae E E Alo Alo Mani |
| Nadira Nama Alasakanya | Rati Je Khoje |
| Sabi Sabi Tu To Mora | Ei rum Juhum Jhum Jhum Nupura |
| Alo Ratani | Kalankita Ei Nayaka |
| He Faguna Tume Gala Pare Pare | Hasa Ta Lakhye Tanka |
| Nanda Mundia Driver | Sabi Sabi Tu Ta Mora |
| Sakalara Gadi | Udigale Gendalia Jhadi Dela Para |
| Bandhu Re Anide Anide Mote | Boula Hebi Nahin |
| Baby Eka Gelha Jhia | Tu Ki Buli Baharilu Sahara |
| Gori Gori Gori | Mathia Re Gote Kana |
| Rakata Talamala | Kali Gori Dihen Gadhei |
| Tik Tik Tik Ghanta Chale | Thik Tori Pari Jhia Tie |
| Ei Chumki (Duet) | Jataka Padichhi |
Akshaya Mohanty Odia Bhajan Devotional songs
- Eka To Bhakata Jibana
- Kene Gheni Jauchha Jagannathanku
- Olata Brukhye Khelucchi
- Adhagadha Diankara
- Dasavatara (Gita Govinda)
- Srikrushnara Banshi Swana Suni
- Jaya Jaya Jagannatha
- Seta Bhakat Bhabare Bandhare
Akshaya Mohanty songs from the land of jagannath akshaya Mohanty
Akshaya Mohanty Popular Ballads
- Kanchi Abhijana
- Randipua Ananta
- Konarak Gatha
Awards
- State Award for best playback singer seven times
- State Award for best composer twice
- Many Awards from Orissa Cinecritic Association
- Jayadeva Award: The highest state award in movies
Akshaya Mohanty Writing
- Aneswata Rani (Collection of short stories)
- Bichara (Collection of short stories)
- Nagna Monalisa (Collection of short stories)
- Ba Ba Re America (Travelogue)
- Aryadasara Atmalipi (Semi-autobiographical)
- Aryadasara Sheshalipi (Semi-autobiographical)
- Bamapanthi (Novel)
- Aphera Nadi (Novel)
- Gayaka (Novel)
- Jaya Nuhen Jaya (Novel)
- Gotie Kuhu, Aneka Uhu (Novel)
Social Media Accounts
| @akshayamohantytrust | |
| Website | @www.akshayamohantytrust.com |
| @akshayamohantytrust@gmail.com | |
| Wikipedia | @Akshaya_Mohanty |
| Youtube | @ |
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