Mohan Niraula

Samundra Bhatta is a Nepali filmmaker, director, and writer known for her bold storytelling and cultural depth. A graduate of Toronto Film School, she made her directorial debut with Aadha Page (2016), a romantic drama. Her breakthrough came with Gunyo Cholo: The Dress (2024), a powerful film exploring gender identity and social stigma, starring Najir Husen. The film was selected for the prestigious Photo Film Market in Seattle, USA, gaining international attention. Bhatta’s work blends traditional Nepali themes with contemporary narratives, reflecting her commitment to inclusive cinema. As a rising voice in South Asian film, she continues to challenge norms through visual storytelling.

Bishnu Bhakta Phuyal was an artist and theater actor. He had been active in Nepali cinema for a long time. Phuyal passed away on the 19th of Poush, 2073 B.S. (January 3, 2017), while performing on stage at the Rastriya Nachghar in Kathmandu. He collapsed while portraying King Janak in the play Maharshi Yagya Valkya, directed by Badri Adhikari. Despite immediate attention, he could not be revived. Phuyal was also seen in the popular comedy series Tito Satya, where he played the role of actress Deepashree Niraula’s father. In addition to television, he acted in numerous Nepali films. He had once expressed a wish to die while working in the theater—and ultimately, he departed while performing on stage. His catchphrase “Youre my love” with hip-hop style from Tito Satya made him widely recognized and beloved by audiences.

Nishma Ghimire is a Nepali actress who entered the film industry through the feature film Rhythm, after first appearing in various Nepali music videos. Known for her expressive screen presence and soft, youthful acting style, she became visible in the early 2010s as part of the new wave of actresses transitioning from modeling and music videos into mainstream cinema. Before her film debut, she worked in multiple romantic and modern‑themed music videos, which helped her gain recognition among young audiences.Although Rhythm introduced her to the big screen, Nishma continued to appear selectively in film and media projects. Over time, she gradually stepped back from the Nepali film industry and is currently not active in mainstream cinema.

Harihar Sharma is an actor, known for Ranveer (2019), Basudev (1984) and Prem Pinda (1995).