India, Feb. 28 -- Legendry Uttam Mohanty was more than an actor and at times he had a persona larger than life, said eminent Odia movie director Sabyasachi Mohapatra on Friday.

According to Mohapatra, Uttam Mohanyy was in the Ollywood industry during a very tough and struggling period. However, he didn't have to struggle much as he was very talented and handsome.

'A Superstar, Uttam's Persona Is Larger Than Life' "After Uttam got the first break, he got so many movie offers on a platter and he didn't have to struggle much as he was very talented, versatile, handsome and charming. He had a great and kind heart," revealed the director.

Though there was demand for Odia movies those days, it was a very tough and struggling time. Hardly an...