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Raj Pangeni Sharma is a Nepali film and television actor whose work spans independent cinema and contemporary series‑style storytelling. He is best known internationally for his performances in the feature film Basenji (2023), the short film Mango Pickle (2020), and the TV mini‑series Sano Sansar – Stories of Middle Class (2023/2024), where he portrays nuanced, everyday characters with emotional restraint and realism.

Basundhara Bhusal is a celebrated Nepali actress whose career spans more than five decades, making her one of the most enduring figures in Nepali cinema. She began acting as a child artist and gained national recognition with her performance in Aama (1964), the first Nepali feature film produced in Nepal. Bhusal went on to appear in over 135 films, including notable works such as Manko Baadh, Sindoor, Ke Ghar Ke Dera, and Basudev. Known for her expressive acting and strong screen presence, she became a defining face of early Nepali cinema. Her contributions earned her multiple honors, including lifetime achievement awards recognizing her influence on film, theatre, and the cultural development of Nepal’s performing arts.