Ramji Lamichhane

Bhairav Bahadur Thapa (born 18 February 1933 AD / 1989 Falgun 6 BS, Kamalpokhari, Kathmandu) was a pioneering Nepali dancer, choreographer, and scholar widely regarded as one of the earliest architects of Nepali folk‑dance staging. His creative works began appearing from 2007 BS (1950/51 AD), and he formally entered the field of dance direction around 2010 BS (1953/54 AD) through the Bhairav Nritya Dal, established under the initiative of playwright Balkrishna Sama. This marked the beginning of his influential artistic journey.Thapa revitalized Nepali folk and cultural dance by presenting it on national and international stages, giving the genre a new identity and professional structure. He authored several foundational texts, including Nepali Nritya ra Sharirik Praveshika Parts 1–3 (2022 BS / 1965 AD), Dhoka (2030 BS / 1973 AD), Hiddahiddai Baneka Tasbirharu (2065 BS / 2008 AD), Samarpan (2067 BS / 2010 AD), and Himal Natya Mimansa (2072 BS / 2015 AD), which remain important references in Nepali dance studies.Honored with recognitions such as the Jagdamba Shree Samman and Bhim Darshan Roka Memorial Award, Thapa’s contributions shaped the academic, cultural, and performative landscape of Nepali dance.He passed away after a lifetime dedicated to dance, leaving behind a legacy that continues to guide Nepal’s choreographic and cultural scholarship.

Yam Gurung is a famous Nepali dance choreographer and folk dancer. He is considered an expert in typical Nepali folk dance. Yam Gurung has been working as a folk dance director in Sadhana Kala Kendra. He Has directed many videos and played them himself.

Mr. Krishna Rasal is a highly respected dance choreographer renowned for his creativity, precision, and passion for the art of movement. With an experience of two and half decade in both classical and contemporary dance forms, he has carved a distinct place for himself in the performing arts community. He has choreographed numerous stage productions, cultural programs, and competitive performances, earning widespread acclaim for his ability to blend traditional techniques with modern flair. His dedication to nurturing new talent and promoting dance as a powerful form of expression has inspired countless students and performers. Through his visionary choreography and mentorship, He continues to elevate the standards of dance and enrich the cultural landscape.

Raju Shah (born 26 February 1965) is one of Nepal’s most influential dance choreographers, with a career spanning over three decades and more than 200 films. Beginning as a dancer in Badalindo Aakash (1982), he became a leading choreographer from Dui Thopa Aansu (1993) and later expanded into film direction and production. He has directed feature films including Sapana Ko Naulo Sansar and Namaste Nepal—one of the first Nepali films shot entirely in Europe. Shah is also the founder chairman of the Nepal Film Dance Association and remains a defining figure in Nepali film choreography and visual storytelling.