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Mukunda Mainali is a Nepali film and television actor known for his strong presence in social‑themed TV serials and his consistent contribution to Nepali screen acting. He is widely recognized for his role in the popular social serial “Juthe”, where he appears as one of the principal cast members alongside Rabi Giri, Bidhya Karki, Rambabu Regmi, Sarmila Sharma, and others.Mainali’s work in Juthe-a serial centered on the Dalit emancipation movement and social justice has made him a familiar face in contemporary Nepali television. The series airs on Himalaya Television and is directed by Raju Poudel and Marichman Shrestha.He is also credited as part of the cast of the iconic Nepali sitcom “Tito Satya”, one of Nepal’s longest‑running and most‑watched comedy‑drama series. The show featured a large ensemble cast, including Deepak Raj Giri, Deepa Shree Niraula, Gopal Dhakal, Prem Pandey, and others, with Mukunda Mainali listed among the recurring actors.

Saroj Lamichhane is an internationally recognized blindfolded speed painter and Nepali performing artist whose work bridges visual art, cinema, and therapeutic practice. Known for his high‑precision live painting performances across Nepal, India, the Middle East, and Europe, he has become one of the most visible Nepali art personalities on global stages. In film, Lamichhane has appeared as an actor and creative performer, bringing his expressive physicality and artistic discipline into character‑driven roles. His unique background as a speed painter and art therapist informs his screen presence, making him a distinctive figure in Nepali cinema’s new generation of multidisciplinary artists. He is also active as a motivational speaker and lecturer, conducting workshops on creativity, emotional healing, and art‑based therapy for students, corporate groups, and social organizations.

Thinley Lhamo (born circa 1997) is a Nepali-Tibetan actress best known for her powerful role as Pema in Shambhala (2024), Nepal’s Oscar entry and Berlinale selection. She previously starred in Naakaa (2017) and Hari (2018). Her performance in Shambhala earned her the Boccalino d’Oro Prize for Best Acting Performance at the 77th Locarno Film Festival. Lhamo’s journey began with the Nepal Tibet Opera Association, where she honed her stage presence. She trained under Anup Baral before landing the lead in Shambhala, a film shot in Dolpo’s rugged terrain