Bishal Bhandari

Ugen Chhopel (also credited as Ugyen Chopel) is a Nepali film director and screenwriter best known for shaping the emotional, character‑driven style of late‑1980s and 1990s Nepali cinema. He made a landmark debut with the classic Saino (1988), a film that became a cultural milestone and later inspired the Hindi TV series Ajnabi. Chhopel continued his directorial journey with Bandhu (1992), Trishna (1991), Nepali Babu (1999), and the acclaimed fantasy‑drama Badal Paree (2001). His work spans Nepali and Indian productions, marked by emotional depth, strong performances, and cross‑cultural storytelling. Chhopel is also the nephew of actor Danny Denzongpa, linking him to a prominent artistic lineage.

Santosh Sen is a leading Nepali film producer and director recognized for elevating mainstream Nepali cinema through high‑budget productions and strong visual storytelling. He rose to prominence with the blockbuster Prem Geet series and later expanded into direction with Prem Geet 3 and the large‑scale national drama Balidan. His work blends Nepali cultural identity with modern cinematic techniques, and his banner Aasusen Films has become synonymous with ambitious, globally‑positioned Nepali filmmaking.

A well known television personality, Sonam Pakhrin has also popular up as a well known singer, Director in Nepali music industry. He left his television career after giving it eight years of his life only to leave behind talking in front of the camera and to start working behind it. He has also directed a documentary “A day in katja’ for a foreign project which he considers to be close to his heart. Sonam Pakhrin has definitely won hearts of many fans, first with his sweet talks on television and now, with his melodious voice and direction.

Gambir Bista is a versatile Nepali choreographer, model, and performer known for his dynamic work across films, music videos, and stage productions. Active since 2006, he has contributed choreography to major Nepali films including Loot, Talakjung vs Tulke, Hairaan, Ranveer, and Aa Bata Aama, earning recognition such as the D‑Cine Award for Best Choreographer. His creative range extends to conceptual music videos, production design, and on‑screen performance, establishing him as one of Nepal’s most adaptable and influential dance‑based artists.