Sandeep Bhujel

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Basanta Shrestha is one of Nepal’s most prolific and influential choreographers, active from the early 1980s to the present, with a career spanning more than 150 films. Known for blending classical Nepali movement with modern cinematic rhythm, he helped define the visual language of Nepali song sequences across multiple eras of filmmaking. His choreography is recognized for precision, expressive storytelling, and the ability to elevate both folk and contemporary compositions. His collaborations with leading actors, directors, and filmmakers reflect his central role in shaping Nepali film dance.

Kiran Thapa is a Nepali choreographer and dancer known for his dynamic movement style, reality‑show presence, and contributions to Nepal’s modern dance scene. His journey is widely recognized for resilience and artistic growth, highlighted in Kalaa Yatra where his story is described as one of “raw struggle, deep pain, and unshakable passion” .He has appeared in major Nepali dance platforms, judged reality‑show segments, and trained numerous performers. He is also associated with Wild Ripperz Crew, one of Nepal’s most influential hip‑hop crews, where he is listed as a core member from Dhangadhi .As a choreographer, he has worked across music videos, stage shows, and film projects, including choreography credit in Jackie I Am 21 (2023)

Bhairav Bahadur Thapa (born 18 February 1933 AD / 1989 Falgun 6 BS, Kamalpokhari, Kathmandu) was a pioneering Nepali dancer, choreographer, and scholar widely regarded as one of the earliest architects of Nepali folk‑dance staging. His creative works began appearing from 2007 BS (1950/51 AD), and he formally entered the field of dance direction around 2010 BS (1953/54 AD) through the Bhairav Nritya Dal, established under the initiative of playwright Balkrishna Sama. This marked the beginning of his influential artistic journey.Thapa revitalized Nepali folk and cultural dance by presenting it on national and international stages, giving the genre a new identity and professional structure. He authored several foundational texts, including Nepali Nritya ra Sharirik Praveshika Parts 1–3 (2022 BS / 1965 AD), Dhoka (2030 BS / 1973 AD), Hiddahiddai Baneka Tasbirharu (2065 BS / 2008 AD), Samarpan (2067 BS / 2010 AD), and Himal Natya Mimansa (2072 BS / 2015 AD), which remain important references in Nepali dance studies.Honored with recognitions such as the Jagdamba Shree Samman and Bhim Darshan Roka Memorial Award, Thapa’s contributions shaped the academic, cultural, and performative landscape of Nepali dance.He passed away after a lifetime dedicated to dance, leaving behind a legacy that continues to guide Nepal’s choreographic and cultural scholarship.