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Shyam Chhetri

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Shyam Chhetri is a Nepali director and writer currently based in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, recognized for his storytelling focused on diaspora life and emotional realism. Born on February 6, he has emerged as a new creative voice with his 2026 film Prawasi...

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Shyam Chhetri is a Nepali director and writer currently based in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, recognized for his storytelling focused on diaspora life and emotional realism. Born on February 6, he has emerged...

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Full NameShyam Chhetri
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Film Director
Film Artists
LocationReynoldsburg, Ohio
Active Since2025

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