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Samundra Bhatta is a Nepali filmmaker, director, and writer known for her bold storytelling and cultural depth. A graduate of Toronto Film School, she made her directorial debut with Aadha Page (2016), a romantic drama. Her breakthrough came with Gunyo Cholo: The Dress (2024), a powerful film exploring gender identity and social stigma, starring Najir Husen. The film was selected for the prestigious Photo Film Market in Seattle, USA, gaining international attention. Bhatta’s work blends traditional Nepali themes with contemporary narratives, reflecting her commitment to inclusive cinema. As a rising voice in South Asian film, she continues to challenge norms through visual storytelling.

Rajkumar Shah is a veteran Nepali film artist active since 1993, known for his long career in commercial Nepali cinema and his appearance in the 1995 feature film Soltini, where he played a supporting negative character. His work spans more than three decades, with credits in 16+ feature films, including Rakshya (1993), Tuhuro (1994), Soltini (1995), Daijo (1996), Avatar (1997), Ghaite (1997), Sindur Pote (1998), Aafanta (1999), Santanko Maya (2002), and later titles such as Hasideu Ek Phera (2010) and Bindaas 3