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Raj Bahadur Sane, born on April 14 in Jumla, Nepal, is a Nepali writer and director known for his contribution to socially grounded and character‑driven cinema. Beginning his career in 2012, he has worked on films such as Pathshala, The Return Hero, Lati, Vrindavan, Birangana, Doli, Good Friend, Silly Pho, Bulaki, Juna, and Sitamol. Sane earned national recognition after winning the National Film Award for Best Screenplay for Bulaki, establishing himself as a distinct creative voice in contemporary Nepali filmmaking.

Shovit Basnet is a leading Nepali film director, actor, and producer, widely recognized for shaping the commercial mainstream of Nepali cinema from the 1990s onward. Known for his energetic direction style, mass‑appeal storytelling, and strong command over action‑romance‑drama formats, he remains one of the most consistent and bankable filmmakers in the industry.Beginning his journey as an actor, Basnet transitioned into direction where he discovered his signature voice—films built for broad audiences, emotional engagement, and box‑office success. Over the decades, he has directed numerous hit films that strengthened the commercial film market and helped define the tone of modern Nepali entertainment.

Pradip Shrestha is a Nepali film director known for his work in mainstream commercial and emotional, family‑oriented cinema. Over his career, he has directed a series of feature films that blend romance, social drama, suspense, and sentiment, building a solid reputation as a storyteller who understands the pulse of the Nepali audience.His directorial credits include films such as Dui Pal, Ajambari Nata, Dar, Jiban Rekha, Bhagawan Sabaiko, Sapana, Kabaj, Mero Man Ko Sathi, Black (and others), where he has worked with a range of established and rising actors. These films reflect his interest in emotional relationships, moral dilemmas, and socially rooted narratives presented in an accessible, entertaining style.

Madhab Raj Kharel  (Madhab Kharel) is a prominent figure in the Nepali film industry. He began his career in 1998 with his first written and directed drama, "Jana Chetana," which became immensely popular in Nepal at that time. Following the success of "Jana Chetana," he produced and directed telefilms such as "Kasur" and "Kasto Yo Jiwan." Throughout his career, Kharel has directed several films that focus on human rights, love stories, research-based subjects, and women's rights. Some notable films in his directorial portfolio include "Hyebe Karait Bhor," "Birano Maya," "Dhunge Yug" (the first Nepali Silence movie ), "Dhunge Yug ... The Human Civilization," "Gadhimai 2066," "Durgamandu" & "Chitthi" In addition to his filmography, Kharel has directed around two dozen plus documentary films and over two dozen music videos to date. His contributions to the industry have been recognized through various awards and honors. Some of the accolades he has received include the Jury in Samjhana Digital Film Award (D-Cine Award) 2010, Sudaradevi Music Award in 2015 and 2018, Music Khabar Music Award in 2015, Model Songs Awards in 2018, Nepal Cultural International Film Festival in 2018 & 2021, Sagarmatha Music Award in 2018, Rastriya Sangeetkarmi Music Award in 2018, National Entertainment Award in 2021, and the Nepal-Africa Film Festival in 2021 & 2022. Kharel also holds a Guinness World Records, and he has been honored with the Best Director Awards and has also been decorated with the prestigious 'Prabal Janasewa Shree - Fourth' for his enormous contribution in Nepali cinema and arts. Madhab Raj Kharel's contributions have significantly impacted the Nepali film industry, and he continues to be an influential figure in the field. PRESIDENT : PIM NEPAL (Organization) CHAIRMAN : NIM AWARD & PIM NEPAL FILM FESTIVAL PUBLISHER: POWER NEWS NATIONAL MAGAZINE ADVISOR : - National Folk Culture Association (NFCA NEPAL) - National Creator and Performer Academy (NCPA). LIFE TIME MEMBER : -  Film Directors Guild of Nepal ( FDGN) -  Film Conservation Forum  (FCF) - Rastriya Sangeetkarmi Sangh HONORARY MEMBER : - Pariwartan Nepal - Film Artist Workers Organization of Nepal (FAWON) -  Film Journalist Associations of Nepal   MEMBER : - Music Royalty Collection Society Nepal (MRCSN) -  Lyricists 'Association of Nepal (geetkar sangh Nepal )