Gorkha Paltan

Music Release program of Gorkha Paltan

Kusume Rumal

Kusume Rumal - II

Himmat (2000)

Rekha Thapa about Himmat 2

Rekha Thapa is not a new name in Nepali cinema industry. Moreover, cinema production has taken her to new heights. Her film Himmat proved to be a success. Then Deepak Shrestha leap-frogged over the success of her original film by making Himmat-2 without Thapa’s knowledge, starting the flames of fury between the two.

Miss Rekha, You have acted in six dozen films. How satisfied do you feel?-The cinema has been my dream since I was a child. I am satisfied to have put down my roots in my dream work. But sometimes I assess myself and think there is so much more to learn.

More than your acting, your success is often credited to your glamorous role, what do you say?-I have worked from bungee jumping and martial arts to sentimental roles; I have performed the same in all. However, my glamorous role took more of the limelight. I don’t know why though.

In your opinion, is cinema creation or a business?
-In my context, acting is my profession and this needs to be developed into a business.

Nepali cinema has not been able to win the hearts of many viewers. How is the latest development in the industry?-There has been a flurry of Nepali cinemas. However, only a few of them possess quality. The quantity increased but not the quality.

Who is responsible then?- We actors and the film makers are responsible. No films have been made targeting Nepali viewers.

You made a film under your own investment. Were you not making enough as an actor?Thapa: Working for others makes you bend to their imagination. After all, actors have to do what the producers and directors say. And then to portray my own imagination, I had to invest in a film.

You made Himmat. Now Himmat-2 is being made without your involvement.
-The production of Himmat-2 began after Himmat became a success. I was not contacted at all while making a cinema with my film’s name.

You didn’t react when someone made your film's part 2. Why is that so?
-This has been a thing of pride for me. If a successful and famous director (Deepak Shrestha) follows my idea, I don’t have to say anything.

Some say you are not on speaking terms with many other actors as well?
-From my side, I think I talk well with everyone. On their part, why they protest against me, I don’t know.

Do you think you will be able to sustain like this forever? What are your future plans?-My thoughts are to remain in the cinema industry, to take forward my acting and producing.

Lahure (1990)

Dhunge Yug (2010)

Je Bho Ramrai Bho (2005)

Hari Banshka Acharya, Rajesh Hamal.

Je Bho Ramrai Bho is a 2005 action, drama genre movie produced by Manoj Bikram and Meera Acharya.Dialouge, Script and Directed by Haribansha Acharya the movie casts Haribansha Acharya, Rajesh Hamal and Jaal Shah in the lead roles.Starring Haribansha Acharya in the double roles it is a masala Nepali movie that consists of Drama, Action, Romance and comedy.This movie is considered as one of the super-hit movie of all the time.

Paral ko Aago (1978)

The movie Paral ko Aago (परालको आगो), directed by Pratap Subba, was produced by Ceneroma in 2034 BS (1978 AD). The black and white movie proved to be a great success due to the nice story and melodious music.

The music director of the movie, Shanti Thatal, was the first female music director in Nepali movies. Lyrics were prepared by Manbhadur Mukhiya and Indra Thapaliya and sung by Aruna Lama, Dawa Galmo, Pema Lama, Shankar Gurung, and Deepa Gahatraj (Jha),

The actors of the movie were Tanka Sharma, Basundhara Bhusal (Guest actor), I K Singh, Menuka Pradhan etc. Pratap Subba looked after the script and direction.

The movie was based on a popular book by Guru Prasad Mainali with the same title.

Sindoor (1980)

Sindoor was another movie produced by the government of Nepal under Royal Nepal Film Corporation. The movie was released in 1980. The movie was directed by Prakash Thapa.

Sindoor was a drama about a young woman (acted by Meenakshi Rana) seeking her own way in life. The woman’s fight against constricting traditions and of course romantic liaison with touches of comedy helped it to be a successful movie at that time.

Shilu (1987)

Silu or Shilu is the first Newari (Nepal Bhasa) film ever made. The movie was released on November of 1987.

“Silu” is a celebrated Newari story which was made into the movie. The story is about an obstinate woman who insists on accompanying her husband to Gosaikund although there is a taboo against it.

Movie details:

Story, Lyrics & Dialougue: Dev Krishna Ranzit & Prem Baniya

Singers: Juju Kaju Ranzit, Rachana GC

Artists: Jay Shrestha, Nabina Shrestha, Madan Krishna Shrestha, Haribansha Acharya, Kishor Malakar, Prem Baniya, Barkha Subba, Ishwor Shrestha etc.

Total investment in making the movie was Rs 1,361,000.

Director: Pradeep Rimal

Producer: Prem Baniya & Dan B. Maharjan

History of CINEMA in Nepal

The History of Cinema in Nepal dates back to 2008 (Bikram Era) when the first ever made Nepali Feature Film titled "Satya Harishchandra" was produced from Kolkata, India.

"Aama" (mother) was of course the first Nepali Film produced in Nepal in 2021 B.E. It was produced by the Information Department of Government of Nepal. Shiva Shankar Manandhar (renowned radio singer and music composer) and Bhuvan Thapa (Theatre Artist) made their debut as the lead players in the movie. The film had Hira Singh Khatri as its director and V. Balsara was the music composer.

The end of 2023 B.E. saw another Nepali Film "Maitighar"(Maternal home) produced for the first time under the private banner - Sumonanjali Films Pvt. Ltd. This was a first full pledged feature film in Nepal; Famous Indian Film Artist Mala Singh played a pivotal role in the film. C.P Lohani was her co- star who became latter her life partner in real life. B.S.Thapa directed the film. The veteran music maestro Jaidev scored music for the film, Lata Mangeshkar, Nightingale of India, sang for the first time a Nepali song, which was penned by none other than the late King Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev (M.B.B.S). Other veteran Indian Singer who did lend their voices in the film were Asha Bhosle, Usha Mangeshkar and Manna Dey. Nepali singers like Prem Dhoj Pradhan, Narayan Gopal, C.P. Lohani and Aruna Lama also sang for the film. The film had friendly appearances of veteran Sunil Dutta and comedian Rajendra Nath.

The Information Department of Government of Nepal continued film making for sometime and they were, "Hijo Aaj Bholi" in 2024 B.E. and Parivartan in 2028 B.E. Government of Nepal established the Royal Nepal FIlm Corporation in 2028 B.E. "Man Ko Bandh" was the first film produced by the Corporation Prakesh Thapa was the director of the film Nati Kaji and Shiva Shanker were the music directors. Amber Gurung scored background music. Salyan K.C and Sushma Shahi were the lead players. The film was premiered in 2030 B.E. in kathmandu. "Man Ko Bandh was followed by "Kumari" in 2034, "Sindoor" in 2037 and "Jeevan Rekha" in series. The success of these films opened up avenue for the private parties to enter into filmmaking as industrial endeavor.