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Jiwan Kumar Parajuli professionally known as Jiwan Parajuli is a famous film and Entertainment Journalist & Author from Nepal. He is involved in journalism and has been continuing the work since 2007 AD. On March 19, 2022, Parajuli released a book, Close-up. In the book, Parajuli interviews 61 people related to the Nepali film industry and develops a story from each of them. His non-fictional book is about the multidimensional portrayal of the Nepali film industry through a journalistic lens. Mr. Parajuli is the Immediate Past Vice President of the Film Journalist Association Nepal. In 2007, he started his media career as a technical team member at FM station Radio Upatyaka 87.6MHz in Kathmandu, Nepal. Later on, he started to host some regular film and entertainment shows. He is also the media coordinator of the Film Development Board (Government of Nepal). His interest in films and the entertainment industry made him in a way to work as a professional film journalist. After getting experience with a few other FM stations, national television (Nepal Television), and online portals, he also started his own online news portal "Thuloparda.com". Thuloparda.com, a web portal, and its own YouTube channel Thuloparda TV contribute their service to film and entertainment news content. He has also received recognition for my work. In 2022, he was awarded the "Press Council Beat Journalism Prize" and in 2021, he received the "PIM Nepal Film Festival Excellence in Entertainment Journalism award".

Kabita Shrestha is a vibrant figure in Nepal’s entertainment industry, celebrated for her work as a model, video jockey (VJ), and event host. Career Highlights Video Jockey at Sagarmatha TV: Kabita hosts Play It On Calling Shot, a youth-oriented music and entertainment show that blends trending tracks with audience interaction. Fashion and Modelling: She’s walked the runway as a showstopper at Fashion Mania – Phase 19, representing Designers House in Old Baneshwor. Event Hosting: Her confident stage presence makes her a sought-after host for fashion and lifestyle events across Kathmandu. She’s also listed on ArtistNepal, a platform for booking professional artists, where she’s recognized for her modeling and VJ work.

Bijayratna Tuladhar is a Nepali film director, chief assistant director, and respected film‑based journalist whose career spans more than three decades across cinema, media, and cultural documentation. Active since the early 1990s, he is known for his disciplined on‑set leadership, his contributions to classic Nepali films, and his award‑winning work in film journalism.He entered the Nepali film industry as a Chief Assistant Director, contributing to notable films such as Priyasi (1993), Rajamati (1996), and Pachhyauri (1997)—projects that helped shape the visual and narrative style of 1990s Nepali cinema. His early work established him as a reliable creative collaborator with strong command over production, continuity, and actor‑director coordination.Transitioning into direction, Tuladhar helmed Bir Ganeshman (2003) and Man Ko Tukra (2004), both of which reflected his interest in socially rooted storytelling and character‑driven drama. His directorial work is marked by clarity, cultural grounding, and a commitment to authentic Nepali narratives.Parallel to filmmaking, Bijayratna Tuladhar built a respected identity as a film‑based journalist, writing analytical pieces, industry reports, and cultural commentary that contributed to the documentation and critique of Nepali cinema. His journalism earned him major national honors, including the NFDC National Film Award (2071) – Best Journalism Award and the D‑cine Award (2066) – Film Journalism Prize, recognizing his influence beyond the screen.With a career that bridges filmmaking and journalism, Tuladhar stands as one of the few Nepali creatives who have contributed to cinema both from within the production floor and from the lens of critical media. His work continues to represent dedication, discipline, and long‑term service to Nepali film culture.

Subrat Raj Acharya is a Nepali media personality and director. He was associated with Kantipur Weekly for a long time. He has directed many music videos. He has also acted in movies and music videos. The first film he directed was ADHKATTI. The second film is Sushree Sampatti.