A popular actor in the Odia film industry, Salil Mitra made his acting debut on the silver screen with Pua Bhangi Dela Suna Sansara in 1999. His other notable film credits include Arjun (2005), Subha Vivaha (2010), Hero - Prem Katha (2011), Balunga Toka (2011), Kebe Tame Naha Kebe Mu Nahi (2012), Tu Mo Arambha To Mo Sesha (2012), Ganja Ladhei (2014), Gapa Hele Bi Sata (2015) and Sister Sridevi (2017). His 2019 release includes Mal Mahu Jiban Mati.