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Mampi Ghosh is a Nepali broadcast journalist and television host known for her celebrated Kantipur TV persona “Pawankali” and for hosting Nepal Idol Season 3 on AP1 Television. As Pawankali, she entertained audiences with her humorous, lively, and distinctly typical gaule‑style voice, conducting interviews in a playful, down‑to‑earth manner that became widely loved by viewers across Nepal. Active across television, radio, and print, she built a reputation for bold interviewing, social‑issue storytelling, and multilingual communication. After earning recognition as a multi‑awarded journalist in Nepal, she expanded her career in the United States, where she works in immigration advocacy and legal services while remaining a prominent voice in the Nepali diaspora community.

Sudin Pokharel, popularly known as DA69, is a pioneer in the Nepali hip-hop industry. Born on February 23, 1979, in Biratnagar, Nepal, he has been a prominent figure in Nepali rap and music since the late 1990s. Apart from his music career, he has also worked as a journalist, sports news anchor, and producer for Kantipur TV. Some of his notable songs include: "Josh" (2019) "Mrityu" (2020) "Samriddhi" Sudin Pokharel is known for his lyrical depth and unique style, which have left a lasting impact on Nepali music. He currently resides in Australia with his family and continues to contribute to the music scene.

Kiran Nepali is a Nepali film artist, actor, and producer known for his expanding contributions to contemporary Nepali cinema. Originally from Nuwakot, he has spent over a decade working across multiple roles in the industry, building a reputation for bringing fresh perspectives and grounded storytelling to mainstream and commercial films.He has been involved in several notable Nepali films, including Doli, Love Day, Poi Paryo Kale, and Dui Nambari, with the latter two achieving strong commercial success. His work reflects a blend of creative ambition and industry experience, contributing both in front of and behind the camera.Kiran is currently engaged in the post‑production of his film Hattichaap and is preparing new projects such as Dui Numbari 2 and Soli Doli, the latter of which he is directing marking his transition from producer to filmmaker.Beyond cinema, he is also active in entrepreneurial and cultural sectors and holds leadership roles in Nepali social organizations, reflecting his broader engagement with community and cultural development.

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.