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Arpan Thapa is a renowned Nepali actor, screenwriter, and director. Born on November 15, 1978, in Kathmandu, Nepal, he has made significant contributions to the Nepali film industry. Career Highlights Acting: Arpan began his acting career with the Nepali film "Sick City," playing the lead role as Krishna. He has since appeared in numerous films, including "Batch No: 16," "Dhanda," "Chhadke," "Badhshala," "Maun," "Mukhauta," "Suntali," "Dying Candle," "Bir Bikram," "Bato Muni ko Phool 2," "Hamlet," "Anaagat," "America Boys," "Lappan Chhappan," "Changa Chet," "Firke," "Ghar," "Teen Jantu," "Chiso Manchhe," and "Prasad 2". Directing: He has directed several films, including "Mukhauta" (2014), "Aadha Love" (2017), "Sunkesari" (2018), "Ghar" (2019), and "Teen Jantu" (2020). Writing: Arpan has also written scripts for many of the films he has directed. Personal Life Arpan studied acting in Mumbai in 2002 before returning to Nepal to start his career in the Nepali film industry. He is known for his dedication to his craft and his ability to portray complex characters on screen.

Brazesh Khanal is a respected Nepali writer, columnist, actor, and novelist known for his diverse contributions to Nepal’s literary and entertainment fields. Born and raised in Kathmandu, he began writing early, publishing his first story in Gorkhapatra while in eighth grade and went on to write screenplays and dialogues for over 100 TV shows and films. He has authored two novels — Yayawar (2013) and Juneli (2016) — acclaimed for their depth and nuance. As an actor, he debuted in theatre with the lead role in Bathtub and has also been involved in film work including writing the screenplay for Gothalo (1996). Known for bridging literature and performance, Brazesh remains an influential creative figure in Nepali culture.

B.S. Thapa is recognized as one of the early pillars of Nepali cinema, contributing as a director, writer, and actor during the formative decades of the industry. He is best known for directing the acclaimed film Manko Baadh (1973), which earned strong appreciation for its emotional depth and social storytelling. Thapa also worked on several influential projects that helped shape the narrative style of Nepali films in the 1970s and 1980s, bringing literary sensitivity and dramatic realism to the screen. His commitment to character‑driven stories and disciplined filmmaking made him a respected figure among his contemporaries. Through his films, mentorship, and long-standing dedication to the craft, B. S. Thapa played a meaningful role in strengthening the foundation of Nepali cinema.