Yogendrakarki

Ashok Sharma is a veteran figure in Nepali cinema, known for his versatile contributions as an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. Active since the late 1980s, he became one of the most commercially successful filmmakers of the 1990s and 2000s, shaping mainstream Nepali entertainment with family‑drama and social‑comedy hits. Sharma directed and produced popular films such as Dui Thopa Aansu, Allare, Dal Bhaat Tarkari, Mitini, and Jai Bhole, earning a reputation for clean storytelling, strong ensemble casting, and audience‑friendly humor. His work continues to influence new‑generation filmmakers, making him a respected pillar of the Nepali film industry.  

Laxminath Sharma is a pioneering figure in Nepali cinema, known for his multifaceted contributions as a film director, screenwriter, lyricist, production designer, and legal advisor. Born on September 24, 1945 in Barbote, Ilam, he began his career in the early 1970s with the Royal Nepal Film Corporation and later became a leading force in shaping narrative-driven Nepali films Education: MA in History, Tribhuvan University Diploma in Cinema (Direction), FTII Pune (1977) Film/TV/Animation training, AIBD Malaysia (1982) Notable Roles: Director of acclaimed films like Badlindo Aakash (1983), Shanti Deep (1989), Milan (1993), Sarangi (1994), Bidrohi (2002) Screenwriter and lyricist for Bhai Tika, Apaharan (Ekadeshma), Angalo Angaloma Legal advisor for Timro Kasam (2013) Board member at Oscar International College of Film Studies since 2003

Nabin Chauhan is a Nepali film director, storyteller, and founder of Artmandu, best known for his critically acclaimed feature film Unko Sweater (The Woolen Sweater). His filmmaking journey is rooted in theatre, years of creative exploration, and a transition from directing popular music videos to crafting emotionally rich, socially grounded cinema.Before entering feature films, Chauhan directed several hit music videos such as “Tinpate,” “Sunakhari,” “Baaf,” and “Batauli,” building a strong visual identity and narrative style. His shift to cinema culminated in Unko Sweater, a film celebrated for its warmth, cultural depth, and portrayal of rural Nepali life.Chauhan’s storytelling is shaped by his early years in Panchthar, his formative experiences in Shilpee Theatre, and his commitment to authentic, character‑driven narratives. His work reflects a blend of realism, emotional honesty, and cultural sensitivity, positioning him among the new generation of Nepali filmmakers redefining contemporary cinema.