Prafulla Kar


Prafulla Kar was an Odia musician, singer, lyricist, writer and columnist. He was also famous for his Odissi Music recital.
He received Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award by the Government of India in 2015 for his contribution in the field of arts.

Early life and career

Born in 1939 into musician family in Puri, Orissa Province. His father is Baidyanath Kar and mother is Susila Kar. His uncle Khetra Mohan Kar was a tabla player. He was raised and brought up by his grandfather Bhagaban Misra and grandmother Apanna Devi because he lost his father at an early age. when student he was a part of AISF and as an artist he was an eminent part of IPTA, the cultural wing of CPI.
Prafulla Kar has worked as music director and often as singer in 70 Odia Films as well as in 4 Bangla films.

In popular culture

  • 'Prafulla Kar Samman' awarded to different singers every year to celebrate his birthday in a two-day musical event. The award consists of a cash reward of Rs 1 lakh, a citation and a shawl.

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