Bheema Mainali

Ashok Sharma is a veteran figure in Nepali cinema, known for his versatile contributions as an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. Active since the late 1980s, he became one of the most commercially successful filmmakers of the 1990s and 2000s, shaping mainstream Nepali entertainment with family‑drama and social‑comedy hits. Sharma directed and produced popular films such as Dui Thopa Aansu, Allare, Dal Bhaat Tarkari, Mitini, and Jai Bhole, earning a reputation for clean storytelling, strong ensemble casting, and audience‑friendly humor. His work continues to influence new‑generation filmmakers, making him a respected pillar of the Nepali film industry.  

Saroj Lamichhane is an internationally recognized blindfolded speed painter and Nepali performing artist whose work bridges visual art, cinema, and therapeutic practice. Known for his high‑precision live painting performances across Nepal, India, the Middle East, and Europe, he has become one of the most visible Nepali art personalities on global stages. In film, Lamichhane has appeared as an actor and creative performer, bringing his expressive physicality and artistic discipline into character‑driven roles. His unique background as a speed painter and art therapist informs his screen presence, making him a distinctive figure in Nepali cinema’s new generation of multidisciplinary artists. He is also active as a motivational speaker and lecturer, conducting workshops on creativity, emotional healing, and art‑based therapy for students, corporate groups, and social organizations.

Anil Kurmi is a Nepali film and theatre actor, story–script writer, and director known for his work in short films, independent cinema, and his appearance in the feature film The Shameless (2024). His creative portfolio spans acting, writing, and directing across Nepali, Tharu, Bhojpuri, and Hindi language projects, making him a versatile emerging voice in Nepal’s contemporary film landscape.

Sushila Rayamajhi was a respected Nepali film artist known for her natural, emotionally grounded performances and her versatile contributions to cinema. Beginning her career through radio plays, she later worked at Rastriya Naachghar before transitioning fully into films, where she appeared in more than 50 movies. She gained recognition with her lead role in Chot and went on to act in acclaimed films such as Prem Pinda, A Mero Hajur, Kaha Bhetiyela, Pahuna, Nata Ragat Ko, and Yug Dekhi Yug Samma. She also produced and co‑produced films like Dhan Sampati and Pinjada, showcasing her creative range. Rayamajhi passed away on 26 January 2012 after battling uterine cancer, leaving behind a meaningful legacy in Nepali cinema.