Sunil Pokharel

Gopal Bhutani (born Gopal Tamang, 1932 – November 23, 2010) was a pioneering Nepali art director, actor, and action choreographer who shaped the visual language of Nepali cinema. Born in Fikkal, Ilam, he began his film journey in Bollywood in the 1940s before returning to Nepal, where he introduced action direction to a melodrama-dominated industry. Despite his immense contributions, he struggled to obtain Nepali citizenship due to the “Bhutani” surname. Bhutani worked on over 70 films, including Balidaan, Aago, Shankar, Mamaghar, Shiris Ko Phool, and Jeevan Sangharsha. He passed away at age 78 from stomach cancer. His legacy remains foundational in Nepali film aesthetics and action choreography.

Prajwal studied piano at 6 and is still learning. He performed extensively all over Nepal. He has been involved in a diverse multitude of musical projects extending across a comprehensive range of musical styles, including pop, rock, R&B, commercial music, Indian Classical, Western Classical, Jazz, Fusion, etc. as well as the broad spectrum of Nepali music collaborating with local, national and international artists. Involvement in the recording industry, commercial television production, music theatre, and teaching rounded out his activities in Nepal. Prajwal is a member of the Music Association of Nepal and has actively worked as a Keyboardist and a Music Director with International Franchise Television reality shows such as Nepal Idol, Voice of Nepal, SaReGaMaPa Li’l Champs, and other local reality shows. Prajwal has extensive experience in music performances. He worked in the prestigious music club of Nepal, “RAJGHARANA,” for three years and toured with many well-known Nepali, Indian, and other international musicians. He was also on the faculty of Nepal Music Center, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, and the University of North Texas, currently teaching Piano. Prajwal is currently focused on creating original music and is a member of several Nepali bands performing concerts with visiting international music artists.

Nisha Sharma is a veteran Nepali theatre actress with a career spanning over three decades, known for her powerful performances in more than fifty stage productions. A leading figure of Aarohan Gurukul and a celebrated interpreter of complex roles such as Nora in Putaliko Ghar, she became the first woman Chancellor of the Nepal Academy of Music and Drama in 2023, marking a historic milestone in Nepali performing arts.

Rajendra Karn is a Nepali music instrumentalist known for his contributions to traditional and film music in Nepal. He has played a significant role in shaping the sound of old Nepali films, working as a musician and instrumentalist in various productions. His expertise in classical and folk instruments has made him a respected figure in the Nepali music industry. Rajendra Karn has also been involved in reviving and preserving traditional Nepali music, collaborating with artists to keep the essence of Nepali folk and classical sounds alive. His work has been featured in several old Nepali films, contributing to their musical richness.