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Kameshwor Chaurasiya is a talented Nepali actor and writer known for his work in the Nepali film industry. He has appeared in several notable films, including Resham Filili (2015), Palash (2017), Chhadke (2013), and Loot (2012). His performances often bring depth and authenticity to his characters, making him a respected figure in Nepali cinema.

Prem Dev Giri (b. Magh 10, 2010 BS, Birendranagar, Surkhet) is a pioneering figure in Nepali dance, theatre, and radio drama. He began his artistic journey in 2025 BS and, in 2041 BS, joined the then Rastriya Nach Ghar (now the Cultural Corporation) with a monthly salary of NPR 200. Giri made significant contributions as an actor, director, and music accompanist in dozens of plays and musical dramas. His powerful performances in notable works such as Balkrishna Sama’s Masan, plays by Gopal Prasad Rimal, Harishchandra, Andhabeg, Hasdai Jalnu Parcha, Gham, and Hamro Pani Katha Chha are widely remembered. He also acted in the telefilm Sanai Roirahenchha and the feature film Bandhaki. A skilled madal player, Giri recorded hundreds of collected folk songs at Radio Nepal. Revered as a “Guru of the Stage,” he stands as a defining cultural pillar of western Nepal.

Subhadra Adhikari was a revered Nepali actress whose artistic journey spanned more than six decades across film, theatre, radio, and television. Born in 2004 B.S. (1947/48 A.D.) in Asan, Kathmandu, she displayed exceptional talent from childhood—performing classical dance at age five at Saraswati Sadan (Camp) and beginning her acting career at age six through the Newari stage play ‘Kachimcha’ (काँचो माटो). Her debut film Manko Bandh marked the beginning of a prolific screen career. She went on to act in over one hundred Nepali films, earning admiration for her expressive performances in classics such as Chino, Kanyadan, Basudev, Bato Muniko Phool, Muna Madan, Basanti, Swarga, Saubhagya, and many others. She also appeared in notable titles including Jeevan Rekha, Badlido Aakash, Pirati, Maya Preeti, Bhauju, Mangalsutra, Behuli, Karja, Kathmandu, Dashgaja, and more—winning the hearts of audiences through diverse roles. Honored with the Chalachitra Dhirgha Sadhana Samman, Subhadra Adhikari remains one of Nepal’s most enduring and respected performing artists.    

Nawal Khadka is a veteran Nepali actor, producer, director, and screenwriter active since 1994. Known for his patriotic and socially conscious films, he has contributed to over a dozen projects including Chandra Surya, Gunyo Cholo, Bishwasghat, Dasgaja, Aawaz, and Bhimdatta. His recent film Kandetar (2024), which he directed and produced, addresses Nepal–India border issues. Khadka is also a lyricist and audiographer, showcasing his multifaceted talent in the Nepali film industry. He has received accolades such as the Jury Award at the D Cine Award 2072 and Best Supporting Actor and Best Story at the NEFTA Film Awards 2068.