Dev Kumar Shrestha

Suyog Gurung is a contemporary Nepali film director, writer, and musician known for helming modern, youth-centric romantic dramas in Nepali cinema (Kollywood).

Reshraj Acharya was a respected Nepali film director known for his emotional storytelling and strong command of family and social‑themed cinema. He began his directorial journey with the film Tilhari and went on to direct notable works such as Tuhuro, Mato Bolchha, Bandhan, Aama, Man Muttu Ra Maya, Mayako Saino, Bhagyale Jurayo, Nagad Narayan, and Dharmasankat. His final directorial project was Preetiko Phool. Acharya also directed television serials including Dushman and Aama, and served as assistant director on films like Sapana, Sampatti, and Mayalu. He passed away on Falgun 5, 2078 B.S., at the age of 64.

Gagan Birahi was a prominent Nepali film producer, director, writer, and lyricist, known for his versatile contributions to Nepali cinema and literature. Active from the early 1990s, he worked across filmmaking, screenwriting, and songwriting, earning recognition as a multi‑talented creative figure in the industry.He made his film debut with Sankalp (1993), followed by contributions to several notable films including Miteri Gaun and Badal. As a lyricist, he wrote songs for films such as Bhauju and Truck Driver, showcasing his poetic depth and narrative sensitivity.Gagan Birahi directed Miteri Gaun, the first Nepali feature film fully shot in Japan, marking a milestone in Nepali cinema’s international production history. Alongside filmmaking, he remained active in literature, writing poems, stories, and lyrics throughout his career.His final published work was the poetry collection “Hastakshar”, which he released from his hospital bed, demonstrating his lifelong dedication to writing even during his final days.Gagan Birahi passed away in October 2018 at the age of 61, leaving behind a respected legacy in both Nepali cinema and literature.

Yogesh Ghimire is a Nepali film director and writer who began his directorial career in the 2000s after working extensively as a chief assistant director on films such as Pirati Afai Hudo Raicha, Timrai Lagi, Kranti, Kanchi Nani, and Maidaan. Transitioning to direction with titles like Sapoot, Samjhana, Timi Matra Timi, Samjhana, Mero Maya Timilai, and Na Birse Timilai Na Paye Timilai, he later gained wider recognition through Notebook, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Prem Diwas, and Radha, noted for emotional storytelling and mainstream appeal.