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Sahara Sharma is an independent Nepali filmmaker, writer, producer, and media entrepreneur recognized for her socially grounded narratives and youth‑focused storytelling. After completing her Master’s of Science in Communication from Bangalore University, she founded Gauthali Entertainment in Kathmandu, where she began shaping her voice as a director and media creator.Starting her career as a journalist with Nepal Republic Media, Sahara transitioned into filmmaking with several short films before directing her first television film, Chasing Rainbows (2013) — a bold exploration of sexuality, migration, and depression among Nepali youth. The film opened the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF 2013), won the Nepal Panorama Award, and later received the Critics’ Award at the Toronto Nepali Film Festival (2014).She has since produced and directed two television series — Gauthali ka Kathaharu (2017–18) and Maya Bhanne Cheez Estai Ho (2018–19) — and hosts Gauthali Talks (2020–), a roundtable show on cinema and media. Her new feature‑length project, Ek Mutthi Badal, marks her return to narrative filmmaking.

Tulsi Ghimire is a celebrated figure in Nepali cinema, known for his multifaceted contributions as a director, screenwriter, editor, actor, and lyricist. Born on July 15, 1951, in Kalimpong, India, he initially worked in Bollywood before transitioning to Nepali films. His debut as a director came with the movie Bansuri in 1981. He is best known for directing iconic Nepali films such as Kusume Rumal (1985), Lahure (1989), Deuta (1991), Dakshina (1994), and Darpan Chhaya (2001). Many of these films became blockbusters and are celebrated for addressing social issues and portraying deep human emotions. His work has left an indelible mark on the Nepali film industry.

Shreeram Mahat is a movie director, film/video editor & Business Person. Her first film is 'ma ta timrai hoon'. It was from this film that he brought Aakash Shrestha and Jyotshana Yogi into the film. He has produced and directed a number of music videos and documentaries.

Prasanna Poudyal is a Nepali film director and music video director best known for directing the feature film Swor – The Melody of Dreams (2011), a project recognized for introducing several new faces to Nepali cinema and for its fresh, experimental approach within the mainstream film landscape.Before entering feature films, he built his reputation as a well‑known music video director, contributing to Nepal’s modern music scene with visually expressive storytelling.His directorial debut Swor remains his most recognized work, praised for its casting choices and its attempt to break away from formulaic filmmaking. He later directed Mero Best Friend and has worked on upcoming projects including Kamaleko Bihe.