Acting
Dukhiram Swain
- Born
- Apr 23, 1925 · Aged 69
- Died
- Jan 18, 1995
- Gender
- Male
- Movie credits
- 15
- TV credits
- 0
Biography
Dukhiram Swain was a highly acclaimed Indian film and television actor renowned for his defining contributions to Odia cinema. Born in Daraba in the Jagatsinghpur district of Odisha, he was a gifted linguist who could speak several languages fluently. He began his artistic journey on the stage at the Annapurna Theatre in Cuttack before making his cinematic debut in the 1960 film Sri Lokenath. Possessing a rare natural acting ability, he quickly cemented his place in the industry and achieved a legendary cult status for his masterful portrayals of antagonistic roles, eventually becoming one of…
