Sanjay Lama

Gauri Shanker Dhunju is a Nepali cinematographer known for his steady visual craftsmanship across feature films, music videos, and television productions. Active for many years in Nepal’s evolving film and broadcast landscape, he has been closely associated with the iconic comedy duo “Maha Jodi,” contributing to numerous awareness‑based TV serials, short films, and social‑message projects produced under Maha Sanchar. His long collaboration with the team strengthened his reputation for clean visuals, controlled lighting, and dependable on‑set execution. Alongside cinematography, Dhunju has also appeared on screen in select roles, reflecting his comfort both behind and in front of the camera.

Baikuntha Man Maskey is honored as the first cinematographer of Nepali cinema, a pioneering figure who helped shape the visual foundation of early Nepali films. He earned a Diploma in Cinematography from the Film and Television Institute in Pune, India, in the 1960s, and began his career as the chief cinematographer for “Manko Baadh.” Maskey went on to shoot numerous films, including “Parivartan” and “Hijo Aaja Bholi,” along with extensive work in documentaries and television. He passed away at the age of 83, leaving behind a lasting technical and artistic legacy.

Ram Shanker Pradhan is a highly respected Nepali cinematographer who contributed to the film industry for several decades with his refined visual style and technical mastery. He began his career at the former Royal Nepal Film Corporation and later traveled to Pune, India, where he completed a three‑year cinematography course. After returning to Nepal, he worked on documentaries before moving into feature films, quickly becoming known for his sensitive use of natural light, expressive framing, and storytelling‑driven camera movement.Pradhan enriched Nepali cinema through his cinematography in Chot, Manakamana, Tapasya, Milan, Sauta, Mahadevi, Naata, Shree Swasthani, Sannani, Cheli, Ragat, Chhoro, Pheri Timro Yaad Aayo, Lagan Gatho, Chakrabyuha, Pooja, Anmol, Karnaveer, Ajambari Naata, Parkhi Base, Jeevan‑Mrityu, Sundar Mero Naam, Man‑Mutu Ra Maya, Khushi, Preetiko Phool, Jyan Hajir Chha, Angalo Angaloma, Damini and many other films.He also shot over half a dozen Bhojpuri films, expanding his influence beyond Nepali cinema. His work remains admired for elevating the visual language of Nepali filmmaking and inspiring a new generation of cinematographers.

Aalok Shukla is a Nepali cinematographer and director of photography, born in Kapilvastu, Nepal, and trained at the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, where he completed his post‑graduate degree in Motion Picture Photography in 2008.Known for his precise control of lighting, color, framing, and visual mood, Shukla has built a strong body of work across Nepali and South Asian cinema. His filmography includes acclaimed features such as Nango Gaun (2023), Sano Mann (2019), Love Station (2019), America Boys (2018), Teen Jantu (2021), ZURI – A Rare Soul (2021), Ma Rajesh Hamal (2022), Dubidha (2022), and the internationally recognized Crawling Crows: Aankha (2024).He has also worked in Indian productions, including Yeh Meri Family (2nd Unit DOP, 2018) and Kismat (Assistant Camera, 2011), demonstrating his technical versatility across formats.Beyond cinematography, Shukla has directed the documentary “Revolution of the Black Buddha’s”, reflecting his interest in socially rooted visual storytelling.