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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.

Mahesh Paudel is a Nepali cinematographer and Director of Photography known for his versatile visual style and his contributions to both Nepali and Indian film industries. His career began with a passion for visual storytelling, and his early works such as Nirankush (2013) and Manjari (2013) showcased his ability to create emotionally resonant imagery through light, composition, and grounded realism.Over the years, Paudel has collaborated with leading Nepali filmmakers and steadily built a reputation as one of the industry’s most reliable and visually expressive cinematographers. His acclaimed work in Ranveer (2019) earned praise for elevating the film’s emotional and cinematic impact through refined visual aesthetics.He continues to expand his portfolio with major projects including Rann (2022), Prema (2023), Chitra (2024), and the upcoming Balidan (2025), where he took over as the lead cinematographer for the final schedule.Mahesh Paudel has also worked extensively in India, serving as Director of Photography for multiple Mumbai‑based production houses between 2005–2018, further strengthening his technical range and industry experience.Known for his disciplined craft, adaptability across genres, and strong command of camera language, Paudel remains one of the prominent cinematographers shaping the visual identity of contemporary Nepali cinema.

Purushottam Pradhan is a well known cinematographer with more than 200 Nepali movies credit. He is from the beautiful Himalayan country of Kathmandu Nepal. Currently he lives in Kathmandu Nepal.He was born in 27th June. He won National Nepali Film Award in 2016.

Rameshwor Karki is a Nepali cinematographer known for his work in feature films, music videos, and commercial visual production. Active across the 2010s and 2020s, he is recognized for his clean framing, natural‑light composition, and steady camera movement suited to emotional and realistic storytelling. His work spans romantic dramas, social narratives, and youth‑centric films, contributing to the evolving visual language of contemporary Nepali cinema.