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Laxminath Sharma is a pioneering figure in Nepali cinema, known for his multifaceted contributions as a film director, screenwriter, lyricist, production designer, and legal advisor. Born on September 24, 1945 in Barbote, Ilam, he began his career in the early 1970s with the Royal Nepal Film Corporation and later became a leading force in shaping narrative-driven Nepali films Education: MA in History, Tribhuvan University Diploma in Cinema (Direction), FTII Pune (1977) Film/TV/Animation training, AIBD Malaysia (1982) Notable Roles: Director of acclaimed films like Badlindo Aakash (1983), Shanti Deep (1989), Milan (1993), Sarangi (1994), Bidrohi (2002) Screenwriter and lyricist for Bhai Tika, Apaharan (Ekadeshma), Angalo Angaloma Legal advisor for Timro Kasam (2013) Board member at Oscar International College of Film Studies since 2003

Samten Bhutia is a Nepali filmmaker, screenwriter, and theatre‑trained storyteller known for his visually grounded, character‑driven approach to cinema. Emerging from the eastern Himalayan creative community, he has directed and written several Nepali and regional films, often blending realism with emotional, socially rooted narratives. Bhutia’s work reflects a strong command of performance direction and atmospheric visual tone, making him a distinctive voice among contemporary Nepali directors.

Mohan Niraula is a prominent Nepali actor, director, and media personality known for his versatile presence across film, television, and theatre. Rising to fame through popular TV serials and stage productions, he later expanded into filmmaking, hosting, and cultural leadership. Niraula has directed several notable Nepali films and served in key roles within the Nepal Film Artists Association, contributing to policy, artist welfare, and industry development. His long career reflects a blend of performance, direction, and public engagement, making him a respected figure in Nepal’s entertainment landscape

Sahara Sharma is an independent Nepali filmmaker, writer, producer, and media entrepreneur recognized for her socially grounded narratives and youth‑focused storytelling. After completing her Master’s of Science in Communication from Bangalore University, she founded Gauthali Entertainment in Kathmandu, where she began shaping her voice as a director and media creator.Starting her career as a journalist with Nepal Republic Media, Sahara transitioned into filmmaking with several short films before directing her first television film, Chasing Rainbows (2013) — a bold exploration of sexuality, migration, and depression among Nepali youth. The film opened the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF 2013), won the Nepal Panorama Award, and later received the Critics’ Award at the Toronto Nepali Film Festival (2014).She has since produced and directed two television series — Gauthali ka Kathaharu (2017–18) and Maya Bhanne Cheez Estai Ho (2018–19) — and hosts Gauthali Talks (2020–), a roundtable show on cinema and media. Her new feature‑length project, Ek Mutthi Badal, marks her return to narrative filmmaking.