Suvendu Raj Ghosh

Uttam Neupane (CAS) is one of Nepal's leading sound designers and re-recording mixers, rather than a film director. He is widely credited with modernizing cinema sound technology in Nepal and bringing Nepali post-production to global standards.

Shivam Adhikari is a prominent Nepali screenwriter, director, and dialogue writer active in the film industry since the early 2000s. Credited across more than 60 films as story, screenplay, and dialogue writer—and at times as director, lyricist, and cast member—he has worked on titles such as Meri Aama (2004), Swabhiman (2010), Sanglo (2019), Kopila (2020), and the recent Pariwartan (2026). His writing has earned multiple major award nominations, including for Panchayat and Parai, establishing him as one of contemporary Nepali cinema’s key narrative architects.

Ganesh Dev Pandey is a Nepali film director, writer, and screenwriter known for his socially rooted storytelling and his contribution to modern independent Nepali cinema. He made his directorial debut with Malati Ko Bhatti (2012), followed by the romantic drama Manjari (2013), both of which helped establish his reputation as a filmmaker with a distinct narrative voice.He gained wider recognition with Gaja Baja (2018), Nepal’s first stoner‑comedy, which sparked national debate after the Film Development Board initially refused registration due to its title. Pandey challenged the decision in the Supreme Court and won after a two‑year legal battle, marking a landmark moment for freedom of expression in Nepali cinema.His later works include Julebi (2023), a multi‑narrative urban romance praised for its authentic portrayal of modern relationships. He has also written and produced Chini Kam Rang Kada (2020), further showcasing his versatility.

Nikesh Khadka is a prominent Nepali film director, music video director, and television producer known for shaping the modern visual style of Nepali entertainment. Active for more than a decade, he has directed hundreds of music videos, multiple television shows, and several commercial visual projects, earning a reputation for polished cinematography, strong storytelling, and high‑production aesthetics.He is widely recognized for his work with leading Nepali singers and actors, consistently delivering visually striking projects that blend cinematic framing with contemporary editing. As a TV producer, he has contributed to developing youth‑focused and entertainment‑driven programs, helping elevate broadcast production quality in Nepal.