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Mahendra Budhathoki is a Nepali film actor and director active in the Nepali film industry for several years, recognized for his contributions to commercial films, supporting roles, and character portrayals. He has worked both in front of and behind the camera, gradually establishing himself as a dependable performer and a filmmaker with a grounded approach to storytelling.

Anil Kurmi is a Nepali film and theatre actor, story–script writer, and director known for his work in short films, independent cinema, and his appearance in the feature film The Shameless (2024). His creative portfolio spans acting, writing, and directing across Nepali, Tharu, Bhojpuri, and Hindi language projects, making him a versatile emerging voice in Nepal’s contemporary film landscape.

Samten Bhutia is a Nepali filmmaker, screenwriter, and theatre‑trained storyteller known for his visually grounded, character‑driven approach to cinema. Emerging from the eastern Himalayan creative community, he has directed and written several Nepali and regional films, often blending realism with emotional, socially rooted narratives. Bhutia’s work reflects a strong command of performance direction and atmospheric visual tone, making him a distinctive voice among contemporary Nepali directors.

Ranjana Bhattarai is a Nepali theatre artist and film actress active in contemporary Kathmandu theatre and South Asian cinema. On stage, she has worked with groups like Katha Ghera and Kausi Theatre, performing in acclaimed productions such as “Wedding Album” (as bride Bidushi Koirala) and “Play the System” (as Namita), where she portrays complex, modern Nepali women navigating family and workplace pressures.On screen, Bhattarai appears in the Nepali‑language Indian film “Harry Ki Pyari” (2023) in the role of Urmila, and in the TV mini‑series “A Glass of Happiness” (2021), where she is credited both as an actress (Pari) and as part of the costume/wardrobe team (stylist). This dual presence in performance and behind‑the‑scenes work reflects her broader craft as a theatre‑trained artist who understands character, costume, and visual storytelling.