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Om Prateek Gurung is a versatile Nepali filmmaker known for his multi‑disciplinary contributions as a director, actor, writer, and production designer. Born in Khungri‑2, Rolpa, he entered Nepali cinema in the mid‑1990s and steadily built a reputation for emotionally grounded storytelling and strong visual sensibility.As a director, his notable works include Timro Maya 99 Mero Maya 100 (2002), Farki Aau (2011), Yo Katha Ho Timro Mero (2014), Butterfly (2018), and the upcoming Mohar (2025). His long-running collaboration with leading actors and his ability to handle story, screenplay, lyrics, and production design make him one of the industry’s most adaptable creative forces.

Paul Shah (Purna Bikram Shah) is a renowned Nepali actor, model, and former video editor, best known for his romantic roles in Nepali cinema and his massive popularity in the music video industry. With a career that began behind the scenes and evolved into stardom on screen, he has become one of the most beloved figures in Nepal’s entertainment world. Acting Career Paul made his film debut in Nai Nabhannu La 4 (2016), which became a commercial success and launched his career as a leading actor. He quickly rose to fame with a series of hit films, including: Ma Yesto Geet Gauchhu (2017) Johnny Gentleman (2017) Shatru Gate (2018) Bir Bikram 2 (2019) Ma Yesto Geet Gauchhu 2 (2022) Known for his emotional depth and romantic charm, Paul has become a go-to actor for love stories and family dramas. Music Video Stardom Before entering films, Paul Shah gained immense popularity as a model in Nepali music videos. He has appeared in over 200 music videos, many of which became viral hits. Some of his most notable appearances include: Timro Yaadma Runchhu Achel Ko Hola Tyo (with Prakriti Shrestha) Fida, Punarjanma, I Love You Badha Na Badha Maya Le (feat. Anjana Pun Magar) Maya Lai Panko Pat – by Khem Century 100% Sahi Ho – with Deepika Bayambu Aakhaile Bolna – romantic duet with Anjana Pun Magar

Kushal Bista is a Nepali film actor known for his rising presence in contemporary cinema and digital platforms. Born on April 19, 1996, in Kathmandu, he began his artistic journey in theatre—training at Shailee Theatre—before transitioning to screen acting. He first gained attention through popular YouTube web series such as “Wrong Time” and “Hami Yastai Ho Bro,” which helped establish his youthful on‑screen identity. Bista made his feature‑film debut in “Lukamari” (2016) and later appeared in titles including “Bhuimanchhe” (2017) and “Jhingedaau” (2022), showcasing a shift from digital popularity to mainstream film roles. Active since 2016, he continues to build a career defined by natural performance style, audience appeal, and a growing body of work across Nepali cinema.

Ram Sharan Nepali was a prominent Nepali folk singer and Sarangi player whose work helped preserve Nepal’s traditional lok‑geet and instrumental heritage. Active from the 1980s onward, he recorded influential albums such as Folk Tunes in Sarangi (1987) and Folk Tunes in Sarangi, Vol. 2 (1988), establishing himself as a leading figure in instrumental folk music. His repertoire includes widely circulated tracks like “Sorathi,” “Sebru Dhun,” “Sanguri Bari Ni,” “Ke Ko Rang Lagyo,” and “Jina Chhake”, many of which remain available on Apple Music and Spotify. His collaborations with artists such as Tika Nepali and Geeta Devi further expanded his impact. Even after his passing, tribute releases like “Yo Keti Kaha Ko” (2025) continue to honor his legacy.