Ranjana Bhattarai

Nutan Pradhan is a versatile Nepali film writer, screenwriter, story writer, actress, lyricist, producer, and playback singer active since the late 1980s. She has contributed to some of Nepali cinema’s most memorable films, including Behuli, Sworga, Saraswati, Sorah Barshe Jowan, Nepal Pyaro Chha, and Rang Baijani. Known for her emotional storytelling and strong character-driven narratives, she has written dialogue, screenplay, and lyrics across multiple genres. Nutan also acted in Saraswati alongside Shiva Shrestha and Gauri Malla, and performed playback vocals in Sworga. Her multi‑disciplinary work has made her one of the most influential women creatives of her era.

Mukunda Kishor Bhattarai is a veteran Nepali film artist known for his multi‑disciplinary contributions as an actor, writer, screenplay/dialogue creator, and story writer, active since 1989. His work spans some of the most influential films of the 1990s, especially Bhariya, Anartha, and Daju Bhai.   As Actor Tilahari (1989) Kanyadan (1990) Pariwar (1991) Deuki (1993) Daju Bhai (1995) Anartha (1996) Bhariya (1996) Pachheuri (1997) Gham Chaya (1998) Timi Nai Baseu Mero Manma (2000) Ko Hola Mero Mayalu (2008) Mero Manko Sathi (2013) Timro Kasam (2013) Euta Mancheko Maya (2014)

Avon Raj Upreti is a Nepali actor known for his roles in films such as "Chakkar" (2018), "Eklo I", and "Antim Sanskar: The Last Ritual" (2023). He has received acclaim for his performances and has been recognized internationally, winning the Best Male Actor award at the Queens World Film Festival in New York for his role in "Chakkar"

Shyam Chhetri is a Nepali director and writer currently based in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, recognized for his storytelling focused on diaspora life and emotional realism. Born on February 6, he has emerged as a new creative voice with his 2026 film Prawasi Jiwan, a project that reflects the struggles, hopes, and cultural identity of Nepali immigrants abroad. Chhetri continues to develop films that highlight community narratives and the lived experiences of the global Nepali diaspora.