Manju Kumar Shrestha

Anjan Das is a name shared by two notable South Asian filmmakers:Anjan Das (Nepal) — a Nepali film director and cinematographer best known for the 1985 feature film Arko Janma, where he served as both director and DOP. His work represents the mid‑era evolution of Nepali cinema, emphasizing grounded visuals and character‑driven storytelling.Anjan Das (India) — an acclaimed Indian art‑house filmmaker associated with Bengali parallel cinema, known for internationally recognized films such as Saanjhbatir Rupkathara, Faltu, and Achin Pakhi. His work has been screened at global festivals and is known for poetic realism.

Indra Thapaliya is a Nepali lyricist known for his contribution to Nepali film and modern songs. He wrote lyrics for several songs during the earlier decades of Nepali cinema, helping shape the poetic style of film music at the time.Thapaliya’s lyrics often reflected emotion, romance, and social themes, blending literary expression with the musical traditions of Nepali songs. Through his work, he collaborated with composers and singers in the Nepali film industry and contributed to the development of Nepali film music.He is also recognized for writing songs for classic Nepali films such as Paral Ko Aago, where his lyrical work supported the film’s emotional and social storytelling.Although not widely documented compared to some other lyricists, Indra Thapaliya remains part of the generation of writers who helped build the foundation of Nepali cinematic songwriting.

Ashok Sharma is a veteran figure in Nepali cinema, known for his versatile contributions as an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. Active since the late 1980s, he became one of the most commercially successful filmmakers of the 1990s and 2000s, shaping mainstream Nepali entertainment with family‑drama and social‑comedy hits. Sharma directed and produced popular films such as Dui Thopa Aansu, Allare, Dal Bhaat Tarkari, Mitini, and Jai Bhole, earning a reputation for clean storytelling, strong ensemble casting, and audience‑friendly humor. His work continues to influence new‑generation filmmakers, making him a respected pillar of the Nepali film industry.