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Upendra Subba (born 26 September 1971, Angsarang, Panchthar) is a leading Nepali poet, lyricist, writer, and filmmaker, widely respected for his role in shaping modern Nepali literature and cinema. A co‑founder of the influential literary movement Srijanshil Arajakta (Creative Anarchy) with Rajan Mukarung and Hangyug Agyat, Subba’s work blends Limbu cultural identity with contemporary social themes.His acclaimed literary contributions include poetry collections such as Dada Mathi Ko Gham Jun Ra Gadtirka Raake Bhut Haru (2002), Hongrayo Bhog Ra Pangra (2004), Kholako Gita Ra Purana Kavitaharu (2013), and the celebrated short‑story collection Lato Pahad (2014), which later inspired the film Keba Kokma.In cinema, Subba is known for his long collaboration with director Ram Babu Gurung, contributing to hit films including Kabaddi, Kabaddi Kabaddi, and Kabaddi Kabaddi Kabaddi. He made his directorial debut with Jaari (2023), earning multiple national awards for screenplay, story, and direction. His recent works include Mansarra (2024) and Jaari 2 (2025).He has received major honors including the Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar for Lato Pahad and multiple national film awards for writing and dialogue.

Kumar Shah is a Nepali film and music‑video director, editor, and VFX artist known for his technical versatility and behind‑the‑scenes contribution to Nepal’s modern visual production scene. Active across direction, post‑production, and visual effects, he has worked on multiple music videos and independent film projects, building a reputation for clean editing style and strong visual storytelling.In 2014, he officially announced his action feature film “Kartik”, a project that generated industry attention for its ambitious action‑drama concept. The film was partially shot but remained unfinished due to production challenges, leaving it as one of Nepal’s notable incomplete film projects of the decade.Despite the halted project, Kumar Shah continues to be recognized for his multi‑disciplinary skill set in direction, editing, and VFX, contributing to various Nepali visual productions and maintaining a respected presence in the technical side of the industry.

Prasanna Poudyal is a Nepali film director and music video director best known for directing the feature film Swor – The Melody of Dreams (2011), a project recognized for introducing several new faces to Nepali cinema and for its fresh, experimental approach within the mainstream film landscape.Before entering feature films, he built his reputation as a well‑known music video director, contributing to Nepal’s modern music scene with visually expressive storytelling.His directorial debut Swor remains his most recognized work, praised for its casting choices and its attempt to break away from formulaic filmmaking. He later directed Mero Best Friend and has worked on upcoming projects including Kamaleko Bihe.

Raj Bahadur Sane, born on April 14 in Jumla, Nepal, is a Nepali writer and director known for his contribution to socially grounded and character‑driven cinema. Beginning his career in 2012, he has worked on films such as Pathshala, The Return Hero, Lati, Vrindavan, Birangana, Doli, Good Friend, Silly Pho, Bulaki, Juna, and Sitamol. Sane earned national recognition after winning the National Film Award for Best Screenplay for Bulaki, establishing himself as a distinct creative voice in contemporary Nepali filmmaking.