Deepak Dhakal

Raju Khatri Chhetri is a Nepali cinematographer known for his natural‑light visual style and versatile work across feature films, music videos, and commercial productions. Active in the evolving wave of Nepali filmmaking, he has contributed to projects such as Senti Virus and Bir Bikram 2, along with numerous independent films and mainstream music videos. His cinematography emphasizes clean framing, expressive close‑ups, and grounded outdoor visuals, making him a reliable collaborator for directors across genres. Beyond films, he works extensively in brand promos, event coverage, and digital advertising, establishing himself as a consistent and adaptable DOP in the industry.

Nisal Poudel is a Nepali cinematographer and Director of Photography active since 2023, known for his visual work in the feature films Kausid (2023) and Kalli. A graduate of Oscar International College (8th Batch), he represents the new generation of Nepali DOPs trained in modern film theory, visual language, and narrative‑driven cinematography.His work emphasizes naturalistic lighting, grounded realism, and character‑focused framing, bringing emotional depth to rural and contemporary Nepali stories. With a growing portfolio and collaborations on emerging Nepali films, Poudel is steadily establishing himself as one of the promising young cinematographers shaping Nepal’s evolving visual style.

Shiva Dhakal is a senior Nepali cinematographer active since the mid‑1990s, known for his extensive work across commercial, romantic, and action‑driven Nepali films. With more than 40–50 feature films to his credit, he has shot notable titles such as Bulaki (2023), Krishna Leela (2022), Poi Paryo Kale (2019), Heroz (2018), Leela (2017), Ram Pyari (2016), and K Ma Timro Sathi Banna Sakchu (2012). His upcoming work includes the 2026 release Pariwartan, where he serves as Director of Photography. Dhakal received the National Film Award (2080) for Best Cinematography, underscoring his long‑standing contribution to Nepali visual storytelling.