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Kishor Dhakal is a Nepalese film director, screenwriter, and cinematographer active in the commercial Nepali movie industry (Kollywood). He is best known for directing high-voltage commercial action and romance dramas during the late 2000s and early 2010s.

Deepak Bajracharya is a Nepali cinematographer whose career spans more than two decades, recognized for shaping the visual language of modern Nepali cinema through his work on critically acclaimed films such as Jhola, Woda Number 6, Bhor, Lamphoo, Paani Photo, and Mahapurush. Active since the early 2000s, he has contributed to over 25 films, consistently delivering grounded, character‑driven cinematography marked by natural lighting, cultural texture, and strong narrative alignment. His filmography includes major commercial releases as well as award‑winning social dramas, establishing him as one of Nepal’s most reliable and respected cinematographers.

Starting from his early career in the late 1980s, Deepak Dhakal emerged as a dedicated Nepali cinematographer known for his steady contribution to commercial and social‑themed Nepali cinema. He made his debut as a cinematographer with Sindoor and went on to work in more than 20 feature films, shaping the visual tone of 1990s and early‑2000s Nepali filmmaking.Dhakal’s filmography includes notable titles such as Shanti Deep (1989), Cheli Beti (1990), Pheri Bhetaula (1990), Didi (1992), Chokho Maya (1993), Chatyang (1994), Chahana (1994), Sarangi (1994), and Pahilo Prem (1997). His work is remembered for its grounded visual style, clarity in storytelling, and commitment to traditional Nepali cinematographic techniques.Beyond filmmaking, Dhakal served as a professor at Oscar International College, Nepal’s only dedicated film‑teaching institute, and was an active member of NEFTA, contributing to the professional development of the industry. He passed away on 3 December 2015 due to a brain hemorrhage, leaving behind a respected legacy in Nepali cinema.