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Abishek Khadka is a young Nepali actor known for his lead role in the film ‘Kumari’ and other upcoming projects, rapidly gaining recognition in Nepali cinema. Early Life and Background Abishek Khadka was born in Jhapa, Nepal. He pursued acting professionally for several years, beginning with theatre at age 15, and trained under renowned acting coach Anup Baral. He also performed in the stage play Sikrum, which garnered attention for his acting abilities Film Career Abishek made his film debut with Behuli from Meghauli, but his most prominent early role is as the male lead in the Nepali romantic drama ‘Kumari’, directed by Dinesh Raut and released theatrically in Magh 23 His co-star in the film, Aakriti Rajbhandari, also makes her acting debut. ‘Kumari’ gained attention for its modern portrayal of love, relatable characters, and a popular soundtrack, including the song ‘Doko Bunne’, which achieved millions of views online. Abishek’s character in the movie was noted for mirroring aspects of his real-life personality, providing a strong entry into lead roles in cinema, He has expressed excitement and nervousness about his debut while highlighting the challenges of portraying emotional scenes authentically. Beyond ‘Kumari’, Abishek has joined the upcoming film ‘Shree Niwas’ alongside veteran actor Haribansha Acharya, directed by Aakash Baral and Sajan Kafle with a screenplay by Abhimanyu Nirabi, signaling his continued rise in the industry.

Jiban Bhattarai is a theater artist. He has acted and directed dozens of plays. Jiban's hidden talent is that he is also a poet. He has also written many poems. He is also the director of Paana Arts. Through this he has directed and acted in dozens of music videos. He has acted in films including kagajpatra, na yata na uta, changa, jhyanakuti.

Suman Singh is a Nepali film actor known for his work in commercial cinema, romantic drama, and youth‑centric storytelling. Active across films, music videos, and television appearances, he is recognized for his expressive screen presence, confident dialogue delivery, and ability to portray both romantic and emotional characters. His performances often highlight modern Nepali youth narratives, family drama themes, and mainstream entertainment styles.

Shiva Shankar Manandhar (1932–2004) was a legendary figure in Nepali music and cinema, celebrated for his versatility as a singer, composer, and actor. Born in Newroad, Kathmandu, to a musically inclined Newar family, his early exposure to classical Newari songs through his father, Man Bahadur, laid the foundation for his lifelong devotion to music. He joined Radio Nepal in 1951, where he collaborated with Nati Kaji to shape the golden era of Nepali music. Over his prolific career, he composed around 1,200 songs and sang nearly 300, spanning genres like love ballads, bhajans, patriotic anthems, and tragic melodies. His compositions for artists such as Narayan Gopal, Tara Devi, and Aruna Lama remain timeless. 🎬 In cinema, Shiva Shankar played the lead role of Lahure Dai in Aama (1964), Nepal’s first feature film. Though he didn’t pursue acting further, he composed music for several early Nepali films, contributing to the industry's formative sound. 🎶 Sadabahar (Evergreen) Songs: Aama ko sapana – a heartfelt tribute to motherhood Yo Nepali shir uchali – a patriotic anthem Timro lagi ma birsine – a romantic classic His music blended folk traditions with orchestral arrangements, pioneering modern Nepali pop while preserving cultural authenticity. Shiva Shankar received numerous national honors and served as Executive Director of Ratna Recording Corporation (1987–1991). Even post-retirement, he remained a guardian of Nepal’s musical soul.