Bhusan Dahal

Career Highlights Work: Shobha Tripathi is a producer and presenter at Nepali TV UK since 2008. She has also worked as a producer at Janata Television HD and a presenter at Whitehimal Television in Kathmandu, Nepal. Music: Shobha is known for her contributions to Nepali music, including popular songs like "Tiharai Aayo" with Pashupati Sharma and "Deusi Bhailo" with Resham Sapkota. Television: She is the presenter of the popular program "Ukali Orali" on Image Channel, which allows only folk singers to interact directly with the audience through phone interviews. From this platform, she has interviewed thousands of folk singers. Education: She studied at Ratna Rajya Laxmi Campus and Lalit Kala Campus. Musical Style Shobha Tripathi's music blends traditional Nepali sounds with contemporary elements, creating a unique and captivating style. Her powerful voice and emotive performances have made her a beloved figure in the Nepali music industry.

Yadav Kharel (born 23 February 1943 in Kavrepalanchowk) is a veteran Nepali film director, writer, lyricist, and producer, widely regarded as one of the most influential creative figures in Nepali cinema. He was among the first Nepali filmmakers to earn a formal diploma in Film Direction and Production from the London Film School in 1971, establishing a new professional standard in the industry . Kharel began his career at Radio Nepal before transitioning into filmmaking, where he became known for directing genre‑defining works, including Nepal’s first major comedy‑satire, historical drama, historical biopic, and mythological film . He also served as the founding chairperson of the Film Development Board (2000–2002), shaping national film policy and institutional growth .    

Kumar Shah is a Nepali film and music‑video director, editor, and VFX artist known for his technical versatility and behind‑the‑scenes contribution to Nepal’s modern visual production scene. Active across direction, post‑production, and visual effects, he has worked on multiple music videos and independent film projects, building a reputation for clean editing style and strong visual storytelling.In 2014, he officially announced his action feature film “Kartik”, a project that generated industry attention for its ambitious action‑drama concept. The film was partially shot but remained unfinished due to production challenges, leaving it as one of Nepal’s notable incomplete film projects of the decade.Despite the halted project, Kumar Shah continues to be recognized for his multi‑disciplinary skill set in direction, editing, and VFX, contributing to various Nepali visual productions and maintaining a respected presence in the technical side of the industry.

Sahara Sharma is an independent Nepali filmmaker, writer, producer, and media entrepreneur recognized for her socially grounded narratives and youth‑focused storytelling. After completing her Master’s of Science in Communication from Bangalore University, she founded Gauthali Entertainment in Kathmandu, where she began shaping her voice as a director and media creator.Starting her career as a journalist with Nepal Republic Media, Sahara transitioned into filmmaking with several short films before directing her first television film, Chasing Rainbows (2013) — a bold exploration of sexuality, migration, and depression among Nepali youth. The film opened the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF 2013), won the Nepal Panorama Award, and later received the Critics’ Award at the Toronto Nepali Film Festival (2014).She has since produced and directed two television series — Gauthali ka Kathaharu (2017–18) and Maya Bhanne Cheez Estai Ho (2018–19) — and hosts Gauthali Talks (2020–), a roundtable show on cinema and media. Her new feature‑length project, Ek Mutthi Badal, marks her return to narrative filmmaking.