Samjhana Upreti Rauniyar

Prem Bahadur Basnet is a Nepali film director known for his contribution to the early development of Nepali cinema and for directing the culturally important film Kumari.After completing his B.Ed., Basnet received scholarships to study abroad, including one from a university in Hawaii, USA, and another to study scriptwriting at the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune, India. While many students at the time were going to the United States for higher education, Basnet chose to pursue film studies in Pune because of his strong interest in cinema.He studied there for two years, going to Pune in 1962 and returning to Nepal in 1964. After returning, he worked at Nepal’s Information Department, where he became involved in cultural and media-related activities.Having studied filmmaking, Basnet was more interested in creating original and artistic films rather than purely commercial cinema. During this period, when Nepal was invited to represent the country in international film festivals, he decided to make a film based on the living goddess Kumari tradition of the Newar community in Kathmandu.This idea eventually led to the creation of Kumari, which became an important cultural film portraying Nepal’s traditions and social life. Through his work, Prem Bahadur Basnet helped introduce culturally rooted and artistic storytelling to Nepali cinema.

Ashok Sharma is a veteran figure in Nepali cinema, known for his versatile contributions as an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. Active since the late 1980s, he became one of the most commercially successful filmmakers of the 1990s and 2000s, shaping mainstream Nepali entertainment with family‑drama and social‑comedy hits. Sharma directed and produced popular films such as Dui Thopa Aansu, Allare, Dal Bhaat Tarkari, Mitini, and Jai Bhole, earning a reputation for clean storytelling, strong ensemble casting, and audience‑friendly humor. His work continues to influence new‑generation filmmakers, making him a respected pillar of the Nepali film industry.  

Nabin Bhatt is a Nepali film and theatre artist, known for his work as a director, actor, and creative storyteller across stage and screen. Emerging from Nepal’s contemporary theatre movement, Bhatt developed his artistic foundation through acting, ensemble work, and script‑driven performance before transitioning into filmmaking.Active in theatre productions, workshops, and character‑based stage performances, he is recognized for his grounded acting style and his ability to shape emotionally layered narratives. His theatre background strongly influences his directing approach — emphasizing realism, character psychology, and performance‑centered storytelling.In film, Bhatt works as a director and creative contributor, developing stories that blend social themes, human relationships, and dramatic structure. His dual experience in theatre and cinema positions him among the new generation of Nepali creators who bridge stage discipline with visual storytelling.Bhatt continues to expand his presence in Nepal’s creative landscape through directing, acting, writing, and collaborative artistic projects.

Veemsen Lama (born 5 December, Chitwan) is a Nepali singer and director active since 2003. He began his career with the recorded remake of the classic Nepali film song “Timi Mero Ma Timro – Maya Chokho Chha Hamro”, originally sung by Asha Bhosle and Indrajit Mijar from the movie Koseli. His remake version was produced with a modern action‑style music video directed by Simos Sunuwar, marking his first major appearance as a singer.Alongside music, Veemsen expanded into filmmaking, directing projects such as @KathaputaliMovie and contributing to the British film KAMA, establishing himself as a creative storyteller working across Nepal and abroad. With an I.Sc. education and interests in adventure, singing, and sports, he continues to balance artistic work with professional life.