Ashok Sharma

Resh Marhatta (Suresh Marhatta) is a highly versatile Nepalese actor, filmmaker, author, and educator. Known for his polished screen presence and diverse background, he has bridged the worlds of cinema, business, and literature.

Kishor Rana was a veteran Nepali film director active from 1994 until his passing in 2019, known for shaping the visual and narrative style of several influential Nepali films. Beginning his directorial career with Karja (1994), he went on to direct notable works such as Raanko (1995), Karodpati (1997), Sima Rekha (1997), Gham Chaya (1998), and Ek Number Ko Pakhe (1999). His film Raanko is recognized as Nepal’s first cinemascope movie, and Sima Rekha is regarded as a historically significant film in Nepali cinema. Rana passed away on August 21, 2019, at Nidan Hospital, Lalitpur, at the age of 64, following long‑term kidney complications. His disciplined direction, technical innovation, and contribution to Nepali storytelling remain respected within the industry.

Jitendra Mahat Abhilasi (1956–2004) was a pioneering Nepali stage, radio, television, and film actor known for his powerful voice, disciplined craft, and exceptional contribution to Nepali performing arts. Born on 11 September 1956 in Kabilas, Nuwakot, he began his artistic journey as a student with a deep interest in theatre and literature. Abhilasi wrote, directed, and acted in his first historical play “Shree 5 Ranabahadur Shah” (1969) and went on to perform in over 482 radio dramas, 460 radio scripts, and more than 60 stage plays. He appeared in around 40 telefilms and over three dozen feature films including Manko Baadh, Basudev, Anyaya, Koseli, Chino, Basanti, Lagangatho, and Simarekha. Renowned for his radio drama legacy and versatile screen presence, Abhilasi remained one of Nepal’s most respected multi‑disciplinary artists until his passing on 27 September 2004.

Bheema Mainali is a Nepali film actress active since 2012, known for her roles in mainstream feature films such as Samjhirakha Hai (2012), Alvida (2015), Teen Ghumti (2015), How Funny (2016), and Love Love Love (2017). She continues to appear in contemporary cinema, including the 2025 release Khel, expanding her presence across commercial Nepali film.