Mitra D. Gurung

Tirtha Lal Shrestha is recognized as the first film editor of Nepali cinema, establishing his legacy with the landmark film ‘Man Ko Bandh,’ released on Falgun 7, 2030 BS, marking the beginning of credited film editing in Nepal. Working in the era of manual flatbed editing, he shaped the narrative rhythm, emotional tone, and cinematic structure of early Nepali films, earning the industry’s respect as the “second director” for his decisive role in transforming raw footage into cohesive storytelling. Shrestha edited notable films including Man Ko Bandh, Kumari, Ke Ghar Ke Dera, and dozens of other productions, contributing significantly to the foundation of Nepal’s post‑production craft and influencing generations of editors who followed.

Sohan Manandhar is a Nepali post‑production specialist known for his extensive work across major Nepali television reality shows. He began his career at Image Channel HD, building a foundation in broadcast editing before moving into high‑visibility national franchises. He served as Visual Editor for The Voice of Nepal and The Voice of Nepal Kids, shaping the visual rhythm and emotional pacing of the shows. At AP1 TV, he worked as Post‑Production Head & Chief Video Editor, and later led the Post‑Production and Editing Department for Nepal Idol Season 1, contributing to the show’s signature visual identity.

Narendra Khadka is a senior Nepali film editor with a career spanning more than three decades. Active since the late 1980s, he has edited over 36 feature films, shaping the narrative rhythm and visual language of modern Nepali cinema. Known for his disciplined, story‑driven editing style, he has contributed to notable films such as Rajamati, Seemana, Zameen, Basanti, and Prem Yuddha.Beyond editing, Khadka has also worked in story writing and served as a Chief Assistant Director, expanding his creative influence within the industry. He is also recognized for his contribution to film education as the Founding Principal of the College of Film Studies, helping train a new generation of Nepali filmmakers.He is an honoree of the 7th LG Cine Circle Awards, receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award for his long-standing contribution to Nepali cinema.

Prakash Tuladhar is a veteran Nepali video editor, ad/film editor, and senior television editor, widely respected for his long‑standing contribution to Nepal’s broadcast and visual media industry. With a career spanning major national television networks—including Image Channel, Kantipur TV, and other leading media houses—he has shaped the visual identity of countless programs, promos, advertisements, and long‑form productions.Known for his precision, narrative sense, and technical mastery, Prakash has edited a wide range of content: TV shows, commercials, documentaries, music videos, and feature‑film projects. His work is recognized for its clean pacing, strong storytelling rhythm, and ability to elevate the emotional impact of any production.Across more than two decades in the industry, he has become one of Nepal’s trusted senior editors, contributing to the growth of modern broadcast standards and mentoring younger editors entering the field.