Behind The Masterpiece
MEET THE TEAM
Played by Aman (Deepak Ranjan Pati)
Guru Ji
Aman is a seasoned actor and trained theatre artist, widely known for his performances in the Gangs of Puri series. He immersed himself deeply into the character, delivering a performance marked by restraint, empathy, and authenticity. The role held personal significance for him, as his mother is a rural school teacher.
Played by Sukumar Tudu
Mishra Babu (Antagonist)
Sukumar Tudu is a National School of Drama (NSD) alumnus and faculty member. His screen credits include Maharani, 12th Fail, and Inspector Zindey. He portrays Mishra Babu bringing depth and realism rather than caricature, resulting in a powerful performance.
Played by Illu Banerjee
Sarpanch
Illu Banerjee is a veteran Odia actor and a trained veterinarian by profession. Known for his sharp comic timing and strong villain roles. His portrayal adds realism and layered characterisation, balancing authority, humour, and social presence.
Played by Shivanshi Sen
Padma (Guru Ji's Wife)
Shivanshi Sen makes her debut with Guru Ji Namaskar. Despite being a first-time film actor, her performance was widely appreciated for its emotional sincerity and natural screen presence, contributing significantly to the emotional core.
Played by Shruti Das Mohapatra
Dist. Education Officer
A trained theatre artist and accomplished Odissi dancer. Known for her performance in Pratibaad. She brings authority, sensitivity, and balance to the role of an investigating officer within the system.
Played by Gourav Mohanty
Investigating Officer
Gourav Mohanty is a versatile actor known for his work in Odia daily soaps and feature films. As the first investigating officer, he delivers a controlled and convincing performance, adding credibility to the procedural narrative.
Played by Sanket Tripathy
Pawan Kumar (Pua)
A trained theatre artist and nukkad natak performer. In addition to acting, he is also the story and screenplay writer. His portrayal is grounded and understated, shaped by his deep understanding of the narrative.
Played by Sushil Mishra
School Principal (Guest)
Sushil Mishra is a respected veteran actor in the Odia film and television industry. His guest appearance adds weight and authenticity to the film's realistic portrayal of the education system.
Played by Illa Mishra
Collector cum DM (Guest)
Illa Mishra is a teacher by profession and Co-Producer of the film. She made a guest appearance bringing authenticity and authority to the role. Her deep connection helped maintain the film’s emotional truth.
Filmmaker & Screenplay Writer
JITENDRIYA PRADHAN
Jitendriya Pradhan is a filmmaker and writer from Odisha, known for crafting stories rooted in lived realities and cultural identity. Guruji Namaskar continues his journey of telling stories that are both locally grounded and universally relevant.
Producer / Story & Screenplay Writer
SANKET KUMAR TRIPATHY
A filmmaker and entrepreneur, founder of The UnderGrads Production. His work spans short films, branded content, and independent cinema, focusing on stories driven by purpose, narrative, execution, and social relevance.
Co-Producer
ILLA MISHRA
An educator and co-producer whose real-world experience in the education system brings authenticity to the film. Her perspective adds depth, aligning closely with its core themes of dignity, care, and responsibility.
Director of Photography
JYOTI RANJAN PATRA
A cinematographer known for his naturalistic visual style and focus on capturing real environments. His work emphasises simplicity, texture, and emotional clarity, bringing authenticity to every frame without stylisation.
Creative Producer
Sarbeswar Sutar
Acts as a bridge between creative vision and execution, supporting departments while safeguarding the film's intent and workflow.
Associate Director
2Kun
Plays a crucial role in execution, coordination, and maintaining the director's vision across departments, contributing both creatively and logistically.
Music Director
Abhijit Majumdar
His music enhances the emotional depth of the film without overpowering it. His compositions blend simplicity with warmth, supporting the narrative through subtle melodies.
Sound Design
Abhijit Senapati & Biswa Ranjan Pradhan
The sound design focuses on realism—classroom silences, village ambience, and everyday sounds that bring authenticity to the film's world.
Mixing Engineer
Dilesshwar Pradhan
Responsible for balancing dialogue, music, and ambience, Dilesshwar Pradhan's mixing maintains clarity while preserving the film's natural soundscape.
Costume Designer
Rabi Chandra Patra
Costumes in Guru Ji Namaskar are rooted in everyday rural life. His designs reflect simplicity, functionality, and cultural accuracy.
Make-up Artist
Santanu Kumar Dash
The make-up approach remains minimal and realistic, supporting natural performances and maintaining visual continuity without artificial enhancement.
Production Design
Ajaya Kumar Sutar
Shapes the physical world of the film—from classrooms to village spaces—ensuring that locations, props, and textures remain true to the setting.
Colourist & Conformist
J Rajesh & Ashustosh
The colour palette is warm and earthy, reflecting village life and emotional depth. Colour grading supports realism while enhancing mood.
Editor
Rasmi Ranjan Dash
Editing in Guru Ji Namaskar is subtle and rhythm-driven, allowing scenes to breathe and emotions to unfold naturally without forced pacing.
Background Score and Music Director
D Ashesh
The background score is understated and emotion-led, enhancing moments quietly rather than directing them.
Lyrics & Singer
Srikant Goutam & Bapu Goswami
The lyrics echo the film’s themes of dignity, hope, and belonging, written with simplicity and emotional clarity.
Lyrics & Singer
Sanju, Nishad, Anurag, Bishnu
Each voice contributes to the film’s emotional tone, maintaining authenticity and cultural resonance.
Production Manager
Abhikshya Anupam
Efficiently managed the daily production activities, ensuring smooth coordination between departments and timely execution of schedules.
Design Head
Subham Pradhan
The creative powerhouse behind our visual identity. Subham oversees everything from high-impact publicity designs to innovative creative concepts, ensuring every piece of art we release is nothing short of iconic