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Thinley Lhamo (born circa 1997) is a Nepali-Tibetan actress best known for her powerful role as Pema in Shambhala (2024), Nepal’s Oscar entry and Berlinale selection. She previously starred in Naakaa (2017) and Hari (2018). Her performance in Shambhala earned her the Boccalino d’Oro Prize for Best Acting Performance at the 77th Locarno Film Festival. Lhamo’s journey began with the Nepal Tibet Opera Association, where she honed her stage presence. She trained under Anup Baral before landing the lead in Shambhala, a film shot in Dolpo’s rugged terrain

Lokmani Sapkota is a Nepali actor, director, and audio‑drama specialist whose career spans radio, theatre, television, and cinema. He began his artistic journey through Radio Nepal, where he directed and performed in numerous acclaimed radio dramas such as Aadambar and Ani Bajchha Sahanai, establishing himself as a prominent voice‑actor and drama director.Transitioning from radio to stage, Sapkota expanded his craft into theatre performance and direction, later moving into television series and eventually feature films. His screen credits include roles in Gaunthali (2001) and The Puppet (2021), reflecting his shift from audio‑based storytelling to on‑screen acting.With a career rooted in classical Nepali radio drama and strengthened by decades of multi‑platform performance, Sapkota remains recognized for his versatility across voice acting, stagecraft, and film.

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.

Keshab Bhattarai was a respected Nepali actor and film producer who played a significant role in the country’s cinema for over three decades. He made his acting debut in the film Koseli directed by Tulsi Ghimire and appeared in around fifty Nepali movies throughout his career. As a producer, Bhattarai worked on several films including Yatra, Bracelet, So Simple, Karmayoddha, and Aafno Manche. He also served as the Chairperson of the Film Development Board and was Senior Vice President of the Nepal Film Producer’s Association, contributing to the growth of the film industry before his passing in 2019