(Film Director • Writer • Story Developer • New‑Generation Commercial Filmmaker)
Deewakar Bhattarai (born November 17, 1984) is a Nepali film director and writer known for shaping modern commercial Nepali cinema with visually polished, emotionally driven storytelling. Born in Sittalpati, Sindhuli, he entered the industry in the late 2000s and rose to prominence with films that blend romance, drama, and youth‑centric narratives. His works—Dreams (2016), Aishwarya (2017), and Captain (2019)—established him as one of the most bankable directors of his generation.
Bhattarai is also recognized for his upcoming high‑profile projects Narasimha Avatar (2025) and Mayavi (2025), which position him among the leading commercial filmmakers in Nepal. He is married to actress Deepika Prasain, and the pair frequently collaborate on creative projects.
