Purna Thapa

Basundhara Bhusal is a celebrated Nepali actress whose career spans more than five decades, making her one of the most enduring figures in Nepali cinema. She began acting as a child artist and gained national recognition with her performance in Aama (1964), the first Nepali feature film produced in Nepal. Bhusal went on to appear in over 135 films, including notable works such as Manko Baadh, Sindoor, Ke Ghar Ke Dera, and Basudev. Known for her expressive acting and strong screen presence, she became a defining face of early Nepali cinema. Her contributions earned her multiple honors, including lifetime achievement awards recognizing her influence on film, theatre, and the cultural development of Nepal’s performing arts.

Neer Bikram Shah, also known as Nir Shah, is a Nepalese movie actor, a poet, lyricist, movie director,media personality and businessman. He is related to the Royal family of Nepal. Neer Shah is the producer or co-producer of many Nepali movies. He has also directed several Nepali movies produced by himself, including Basudev, Pachchis Basanta, Basanti, and a Nepal Bhasa movie Rajamati. He is also a co-producer of the Oscar nominated film Himalaya – l’enfance d’un chef, which was co-produced and directed by the French movie maker Eric Valli. The film, also released as Caravan (in Canada) and Himalaya (in Denmark and France), was the first film from Nepal to win an Oscar nomination.

Pashupati Rai is a Nepali film artist known for his steady presence in supporting and character roles across commercial and social‑themed Nepali films. Active since the early 2010s, he has contributed to a range of projects that highlight everyday Nepali life, emotional storytelling, and ensemble‑driven narratives. Rai is recognized for his grounded acting style, natural dialogue delivery, and ability to portray relatable characters that connect with mainstream audiences.He continues to work across feature films, short films, and occasional music‑video appearances, maintaining a consistent presence in the evolving landscape of Nepali cinema.