D.B. Pariyar

Zaun Yonzan is a Nepali filmmaker best known as the director of Crawling Crows: Aankha, Nepal’s first film to win Best Film at the 62nd Asia Pacific Film Festival in 2025. His work blends bold visual language with socially rooted storytelling, positioning him among the new-generation directors bringing Nepali cinema to global attention.

Hari Bamsha Acharya was born to Father Homanjaya Acharya and Mother Ganesh Kumari on 27th Kartik 2014 BS in Gairidhara, Kathmandu. He married with Meera Acharya in 2040 BS. He has two sons, Trilok Acharya and Mohit Acharya. Expert in caricature and comedy, Hari Bamsha performed in radio shows with Hari Prasad Rimal and Jitendra Mahat Avilashi in 2031 BS. He joined Rastriya Naach Ghar in 2032. He had participated in Gaijatra Mahotsav in 2034 BS. Before performing with Madan Krishna Shrestha, and becoming part of the MaHa dup, he performed alone for 6 years.

Shyam Rai is a veteran Nepali film artist who has remained active in the industry for more than four decades. He began his cinematic journey in 1984 with the film “Basudev,” marking the start of a long and diverse career. Rai is known not only as an actor but also as a director, executive producer, legal advisor, assistant director, clap coordinator, and special appearance artist, reflecting his wide creative range. He has acted in over 37 films, including notable titles such as “Seto Bagh” (2015), “Rato Ghar” (2017), and “Bihe Pass” (2023). His recent works include “Hostel 3” (2025) and “Magne Raja” (2025). As a director, Shyam Rai has left a strong mark with films like “Chot” (1990), “Sankalpa” (1993), “Abala” (1996), “Guru Chela” (1998), “Aankha Lobhi Man Papi” (2003), and “Samarpan” (2004). Respected for his dedication, versatility, and long-standing contribution, Shyam Rai remains one of the most experienced and multifaceted figures in Nepali cinema