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Gopal Bhutani (born Gopal Tamang, 1932 – November 23, 2010) was a pioneering Nepali art director, actor, and action choreographer who shaped the visual language of Nepali cinema. Born in Fikkal, Ilam, he began his film journey in Bollywood in the 1940s before returning to Nepal, where he introduced action direction to a melodrama-dominated industry. Despite his immense contributions, he struggled to obtain Nepali citizenship due to the “Bhutani” surname. Bhutani worked on over 70 films, including Balidaan, Aago, Shankar, Mamaghar, Shiris Ko Phool, and Jeevan Sangharsha. He passed away at age 78 from stomach cancer. His legacy remains foundational in Nepali film aesthetics and action choreography.

lso Known As: Bijay DeujaActive Years: 1990s – present Vijay Deuja is a veteran Nepali actor, director, and screenwriter known for his significant contributions to the Nepali film and television industry. Starting his career in theater, Deuja made a successful transition into mainstream cinema, where he gained popularity for his intense and expressive acting. He is widely recognized for his deep voice, strong screen presence, and socially relevant roles. In addition to acting, he has directed and written several successful films and television serials. He is known for working on projects that explore cultural, emotional, and political themes in Nepal. Deuja is respected for his commitment to authentic storytelling and character-driven cinema.

Puskar Gurung is an actor, known for The Man from Kathmandu Vol. 1 (2019), Saili (2019), Sano Sansar (2008), Mr. Jholay (2017), and kabaddi serease and more nepali movies. Pushkar Gurung is the director of DABALI Theater. He is also a Committee Member of Dolakha Film City.

Deepak Chhetri was a distinguished Nepali film actor known for his powerful presence and memorable character portrayals across more than three decades of cinema. Renowned for intense negative and supporting roles, he appeared in notable films such as Seemana, White Sun, Rajja Rani, Bulbul, and Halkara. His performances were marked by emotional depth, physical precision, and a strong command of screen realism. Chhetri worked extensively in both mainstream and art‑house films, earning respect from directors and audiences alike. He passed away in 2019, leaving a lasting legacy as one of Nepali cinema’s most compelling character actors.