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A fresh controversy rocked Odisha's vibrant jatra industry as disputes over artist payments and party switching have escalated further.

Following the high-profile fallout between actor Piyush Tripathy and owner Sanjib Padhi, the spotlight has now shifted to a new face-off involving popular actor Kahna Swain, his actress wife Tiki, and jatra troupe owner Sanjib Padhi.

Tensions flared after Kahna and Tiki reportedly exited the 'Singhabahini' jatra troupe and joined another jatra party, Srimandir despite taking an advance of Rs 20 lakh. Although they returned Rs 18 lakh, the remaining Rs 2 lakh has become a point of contention. Ow...