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Narayan Puri is a veteran Nepali film director known for his contributions to the golden era of Nepali cinema. Born on January 15, 1968, in Syangja, Nepal, he has directed several acclaimed films that span genres from drama to action. His notable works include Shankar (1997), Ragat (1997), Mamaghar (2002), and Aago (2000), all of which are remembered for their storytelling and emotional depth. Puri’s directorial style often blends social realism with strong character arcs, and he played a key role in shaping the narrative tone of 1990s and early 2000s Nepali films. His film Mero Hajur (2002) also gained popularity for its romantic elements and musical appeal.

Pradip Bhattarai, alternatively spelled Pradeep, is a notable Nepalese screenwriter and film director recognized for his contributions to the industry. He marked his directorial debut in 2016 with the successful heist-comedy film “Jatra.” Produced by Singe Lama and Yadav Poudel under Shatkon Arts, the film garnered commercial success. Since then, Pradip has directed two other films: Shatru Gate (2018): Another commercially successful venture. Jatrai Jatra (2019): Yet another hit film. In addition to his filmmaking endeavors, Pradip Bhattarai serves as one of the judges on the first Nepali comedy-reality TV show, Comedy Champion. His association with renowned Nepali comic actors Maha Jodi dates back to the early 2000s. Pradip’s creative journey continues to entertain audiences, and his impact on Nepali cinema remains significant 🎬.

Sahara Sharma is an independent Nepali filmmaker, writer, producer, and media entrepreneur recognized for her socially grounded narratives and youth‑focused storytelling. After completing her Master’s of Science in Communication from Bangalore University, she founded Gauthali Entertainment in Kathmandu, where she began shaping her voice as a director and media creator.Starting her career as a journalist with Nepal Republic Media, Sahara transitioned into filmmaking with several short films before directing her first television film, Chasing Rainbows (2013) — a bold exploration of sexuality, migration, and depression among Nepali youth. The film opened the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF 2013), won the Nepal Panorama Award, and later received the Critics’ Award at the Toronto Nepali Film Festival (2014).She has since produced and directed two television series — Gauthali ka Kathaharu (2017–18) and Maya Bhanne Cheez Estai Ho (2018–19) — and hosts Gauthali Talks (2020–), a roundtable show on cinema and media. Her new feature‑length project, Ek Mutthi Badal, marks her return to narrative filmmaking.

Madan Ghimire is an experienced and active Nepali film director who has contributed to direction, writing, and production for more than two decades. He is known for blending emotional storytelling with commercial appeal, earning recognition across mainstream Nepali cinema. Ghimire’s notable works include Maya Namara (2002), one of his early successful films, the action‑driven Aago 2 (2015), youth‑focused Boyfriend (2019), and the sequel Aandhi Tufan 2 (2023). Over his career, he has worked on around 27 films, including Kauso, Bouncer, Jeevandata, Dadagiri, Faisala, and Maya Gar La, establishing himself as a consistent and dedicated filmmaker in Nepali cinema