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Starting from his early creative journey in the 1990s, Akash Adhikari (born January 5, 1970) is a prominent Nepali actor, director, producer, writer, and lyricist, recognized for his strong and dignified presence in the Nepali film industry. He has released 19 feature films in Nepal and abroad, establishing himself as one of the most versatile and influential figures in contemporary Nepali cinema.Adhikari made a glorious directorial debut with Ranabhoomi (1998), winning Best Director and Best Movie awards. Since then, he has acted in and directed several acclaimed films, including Panchhi (2001), Daag (2001), Krodh (2006), Shasan (2011), Kathmandu (2010), Kohinoor (2014), and Kanchhi (2018).He is also the founder and CEO of The Sky Movies Pvt. Ltd., established in 1999 A.D., through which he has produced and directed numerous successful films. His contributions extend to screenwriting, story writing, research, production design, and lyric writing, making him one of the most multi‑disciplinary creators in Nepali cinema.Adhikari has been honored with several prestigious awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award 2023 for Best Actor/Director, the Prawal Jana Sewa Padak 2019, and the National Professional Achievement Award 2021.

Barun Kawasi is the director of Jhoda (1987), known for his grounded storytelling and realistic portrayal of rural Nepali life. His direction emphasizes emotional authenticity, social themes, and character‑driven narratives, making Jhoda a notable film of the 1980s Nepali cinema era.

Laxman Sunar is a Nepali film director, scriptwriter, and editor known for his grounded visual style and commitment to character‑centered storytelling. Active across feature films, short films, and narrative projects, he brings a disciplined approach to structure, performance, and emotional realism. As the Founder of Kasturi Production Pvt. Ltd., Sunar has developed a creative space focused on socially rooted stories and technically polished filmmaking. His work reflects a blend of rural authenticity, psychological depth, and clean visual framing, positioning him among the thoughtful voices shaping contemporary Nepali cinema.

Shiva Regmi (1965–2013) was one of Nepal’s most influential film directors, screenwriters, and producers, known for shaping mainstream Nepali cinema through emotional family dramas, strong female characters, and commercially successful films such as Aafanta, Aafno Manche, A Mero Hajur, Sukha Dukha, Duniya, Hami Tin Bhai, Muglan, and Kaha Bhetiyela. Active from 1991–2013, he directed over 20 major films and contributed as writer, lyricist, production designer, and actor across 100+ film credits. He received multiple National Film Awards, including Best Director (2010, 2012) and Best Writer (2013).