Abishek Khadka

B.S. Rana is a veteran Nepali actor celebrated for his commanding presence and memorable character roles across several decades of Nepali cinema. Known for his natural performance style and disciplined craft, he has appeared in many acclaimed films, contributing depth to social dramas, family stories, and commercial hits alike. Rana’s work in classics such as Basudev, Prem Pinda, Chino, Dakshina, Kanyadan, Muna Madan, and Dharma Sankat helped establish him as one of the industry’s most reliable senior actors. His enduring career reflects a rare combination of versatility, professionalism, and a deep commitment to Nepali storytelling.

Gopal Bhutani (born Gopal Tamang, 1932 – November 23, 2010) was a pioneering Nepali art director, actor, and action choreographer who shaped the visual language of Nepali cinema. Born in Fikkal, Ilam, he began his film journey in Bollywood in the 1940s before returning to Nepal, where he introduced action direction to a melodrama-dominated industry. Despite his immense contributions, he struggled to obtain Nepali citizenship due to the “Bhutani” surname. Bhutani worked on over 70 films, including Balidaan, Aago, Shankar, Mamaghar, Shiris Ko Phool, and Jeevan Sangharsha. He passed away at age 78 from stomach cancer. His legacy remains foundational in Nepali film aesthetics and action choreography.

Rohit Rumba is a Nepali film actor known for his grounded performances, natural screen presence, and consistent work across commercial and festival‑recognized cinema. Active since 2016, he has appeared in feature films, shorts, and action‑driven projects, steadily building a reputation as a versatile supporting and character actor.He has worked in multiple notable Nepali films including Lakhey (2022), Nepte (2018), Dhoom 2 (2017), Birano Maya (2016), and the upcoming Kumbha. He also appeared in the acclaimed short film Sapana Ko Awaz (The Sound of Dreaming), which earned strong festival recognition.

Shiva Shankar Manandhar (1932–2004) was a legendary figure in Nepali music and cinema, celebrated for his versatility as a singer, composer, and actor. Born in Newroad, Kathmandu, to a musically inclined Newar family, his early exposure to classical Newari songs through his father, Man Bahadur, laid the foundation for his lifelong devotion to music. He joined Radio Nepal in 1951, where he collaborated with Nati Kaji to shape the golden era of Nepali music. Over his prolific career, he composed around 1,200 songs and sang nearly 300, spanning genres like love ballads, bhajans, patriotic anthems, and tragic melodies. His compositions for artists such as Narayan Gopal, Tara Devi, and Aruna Lama remain timeless. 🎬 In cinema, Shiva Shankar played the lead role of Lahure Dai in Aama (1964), Nepal’s first feature film. Though he didn’t pursue acting further, he composed music for several early Nepali films, contributing to the industry's formative sound. 🎶 Sadabahar (Evergreen) Songs: Aama ko sapana – a heartfelt tribute to motherhood Yo Nepali shir uchali – a patriotic anthem Timro lagi ma birsine – a romantic classic His music blended folk traditions with orchestral arrangements, pioneering modern Nepali pop while preserving cultural authenticity. Shiva Shankar received numerous national honors and served as Executive Director of Ratna Recording Corporation (1987–1991). Even post-retirement, he remained a guardian of Nepal’s musical soul.