Birendra Hamal

Geet Bista is a Nepali actor and theatre performer from Kanchanpur, known for his expressive acting style, grounded character portrayals, and strong stage discipline; emerging from regional theatre circuits, he transitioned into Nepali cinema with performances shaped by realism, emotional depth, and a commitment to authentic storytelling.

Rishi Raj Acharya is one of Nepal’s most respected film directors, known for blending social realism, cultural depth, and emotional storytelling in modern Nepali cinema. Born on September 14, 1978, in Tulsipur, Dang, he has shaped a distinct directorial identity by treating cinema not just as entertainment but as a medium of social awareness, cultural preservation, and personal expression.Acharya’s filmmaking journey is rooted in his academic background—he holds a Master’s degree in Sociology, which deeply influences his narrative style. His films often explore themes of migration, rural life, tradition, identity, and the changing social fabric of Nepal.He is also actively involved in the Nepali film community as a member of the Film Directors’ Guild of Nepal and the Film Artist Workers’ Organization of Nepal (FAWON).

Ugen Chhopel (also credited as Ugyen Chopel) is a Nepali film director and screenwriter best known for shaping the emotional, character‑driven style of late‑1980s and 1990s Nepali cinema. He made a landmark debut with the classic Saino (1988), a film that became a cultural milestone and later inspired the Hindi TV series Ajnabi. Chhopel continued his directorial journey with Bandhu (1992), Trishna (1991), Nepali Babu (1999), and the acclaimed fantasy‑drama Badal Paree (2001). His work spans Nepali and Indian productions, marked by emotional depth, strong performances, and cross‑cultural storytelling. Chhopel is also the nephew of actor Danny Denzongpa, linking him to a prominent artistic lineage.

Santosh Sen is a leading Nepali film producer and director recognized for elevating mainstream Nepali cinema through high‑budget productions and strong visual storytelling. He rose to prominence with the blockbuster Prem Geet series and later expanded into direction with Prem Geet 3 and the large‑scale national drama Balidan. His work blends Nepali cultural identity with modern cinematic techniques, and his banner Aasusen Films has become synonymous with ambitious, globally‑positioned Nepali filmmaking.