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Dipendra Lama is a renowned Nepali film director, writer, and former film journalist who transitioned into filmmaking after an 18‑year career in film journalism. He is widely recognized for directing successful films such as Ghampani (2017), Gopi (2019), Chha Maya Chhapakkai (2019), Dui Numberi (2022), and Nango Gaun (2023). His upcoming film Dukhi Aatma (2025) continues his trajectory as one of Nepal’s most consistent storytellers.Born into a Buddhist Tamang family, Lama began his professional journey in 2000 as a film journalist at Naya Sadak Daily, later contributing to major publications including Nepal Samacharpatra, Spacetime, Naya Patrika, Nepal Weekly Magazine, and Nagarik. His journalistic excellence earned him the Fine Art Journalism Award (2016) from the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts.His directorial debut, Ghampani (2017), marked his shift from journalism to cinema, driven by his deep understanding of storytelling and social issues. The film addressed caste discrimination and received strong critical reception.

Murali Dhar is a veteran singer, composer, and lyricist from Radio Nepal’s golden era. He has sung over 100 Nepali songs, along with numerous tracks in Hindi, Maithili, and Bhojpuri. Some of his most beloved songs include: "Uḍāyo Sapana Sabai Hurīle" (“The storm blew away all dreams”) "Niṣṭhurīle Māyā Garī Āphainlāī Rogī Banāyo" (“The cruel one loved and made me sick”) "Pahāḍko Pallō Ḍāḍāmā Cha Sānō Gāũ" (“There’s a small village on the far hill”) He also collaborated with Udit Narayan Jha, lending his voice to folk-style songs like "Āmāile Bhanthē Dhārāko Pānī" (“Mother used to say, water from the spout…”), which became iconic in Nepali households. Murali Dhar is not only a singer but also a popular actor, known for playing villainous and negative roles in many Nepali films. He has acted in several Hindi movies as well. His film credits include: Hindi film: Mr. India Nepali films: Samjhana, Saino, Kanyadaan, Pirati, among others He has also been involved in producing Bhojpuri and Maithili films His songs "Uḍāyo Sapana Sabai Hurīle…" and "Āmāile Bhanthē Dhārāko Pānī…" are considered timeless classics, instantly recognizable to most Nepalis.

(Film Director • Screenwriter • Lyricist • Social‑Issue Filmmaker • Founder of FAITH) Roshan Miraz is a Nepali film director, screenwriter, and lyricist known for creating socially conscious cinema rooted in real‑life experiences. He is the writer and director of Laalimaa (2026), one of Nepal’s most talked‑about social‑drama films, based on the struggles, trauma, and lived realities of women forced into prostitution. His storytelling blends psychological depth, social justice themes, and character‑driven emotional arcs. Miraz is also the Founder‑Director of FAITH (Friends Affected & Infected Together in Hand), an organization established in 2005 that works in social advocacy and community‑based empowerment. He has been active as a filmmaker with 21 Filmdocs since 2012, producing both fiction and non‑fiction works across Kathmandu and Hamburg.

Palpasa Dangol, popularly known by her stage name “Chamsuri,” is one of Nepal’s most recognized comedy actresses. With a career spanning over 25 years, she has become a household name through her expressive acting, sharp comedic timing, and memorable portrayals of rural Nepali characters. Her breakthrough came from the legendary sitcom Meri Bassai, where her character Chamsuri became one of the most beloved comedic roles in Nepali television.Beyond Meri Bassai, Palpasa has appeared in multiple Nepali comedy serials and stage programs, contributing to the evolution of Nepali situational comedy. Her work reflects a blend of traditional humor, social commentary, and character‑driven storytelling. She remains active in the entertainment scene through serials, live events, and cultural performances.