Aarati Acharya

Divya Rayamajhi is a rising star in the Nepali entertainment industry, following in the footsteps of her father, the renowned actor Dilip Rayamajhi. Early Life and Education Divya Rayamajhi was born and raised in Kathmandu, Nepal. Inspired by her father's illustrious career in the Nepali film industry, she developed an interest in acting from a young age. She pursued her education in America, balancing her studies with her passion for acting. Career Divya debuted in the Nepali film industry with the movie "Aktor: Take One," released on October 31, 2024. Her performance in the film was well-received, and she quickly gained recognition for her talent and dedication. She has also appeared in several music videos and television programs, showcasing her versatility as an actress and presenter.

Deshbhakta Khanal is a talented actor and director from Nepal. He began his career in theater, performing in plays like Gorakha Bhartikendra and Merchant of Venice. Later, he transitioned to television as an assistant director, working on the series Guruaama Nepalki. His film career took off with Bijaya Parajaya, where he contributed as both an actor and assistant director. Over the years, he has acted in more than 20 feature films, 45 TV serials, and 35 stage dramas. He has also worked as a scriptwriter for around 20 projects. In 1999, he started directing Nepali films, with notable works including Pinjada, Man Mero Mandaina, Santan Thari Tharika, Baazee, and Achanak. Additionally, he has been involved in international projects, such as the Japanese film Miteri Gaun (Tomodachi No Mura) and the American movie Highway to Dhampus.

Rakshya Shrestha is a Nepali film actor. She became famous through the teleserial 'Bhadragol'. And later she is acting regularly in the same team's 'sakkigoni'. She has acted in many music videos and TV commercials. In some 'fashion shows', she has appeared as a show stopper.

Shiva Shankar Manandhar (1932–2004) was a legendary figure in Nepali music and cinema, celebrated for his versatility as a singer, composer, and actor. Born in Newroad, Kathmandu, to a musically inclined Newar family, his early exposure to classical Newari songs through his father, Man Bahadur, laid the foundation for his lifelong devotion to music. He joined Radio Nepal in 1951, where he collaborated with Nati Kaji to shape the golden era of Nepali music. Over his prolific career, he composed around 1,200 songs and sang nearly 300, spanning genres like love ballads, bhajans, patriotic anthems, and tragic melodies. His compositions for artists such as Narayan Gopal, Tara Devi, and Aruna Lama remain timeless. 🎬 In cinema, Shiva Shankar played the lead role of Lahure Dai in Aama (1964), Nepal’s first feature film. Though he didn’t pursue acting further, he composed music for several early Nepali films, contributing to the industry's formative sound. 🎶 Sadabahar (Evergreen) Songs: Aama ko sapana – a heartfelt tribute to motherhood Yo Nepali shir uchali – a patriotic anthem Timro lagi ma birsine – a romantic classic His music blended folk traditions with orchestral arrangements, pioneering modern Nepali pop while preserving cultural authenticity. Shiva Shankar received numerous national honors and served as Executive Director of Ratna Recording Corporation (1987–1991). Even post-retirement, he remained a guardian of Nepal’s musical soul.