- Tuesday, 19 August 2025
Renuka Dhakal
Ghimire’s undying passion for editing, directing ever-present in his life
Nishan Ghimire, a distinguished film editor and director of music videos and films, has been a leading figure in the Nepali film industry for over two decades. With a career spanning mo
Ashma Kumari KC crowned Miss Nepal World 2024
Ashma Kumari KC has been chosen Miss Nepal World 2024. She was crowned the coveted title amid a grand finale held at Sunrise Conference Hall in Godawari, Lalitpur, on Saturday. Srichchha Pradhan, Miss
Chhewang Lama: From YouTube sensation to rising star of Nepali Music
Chhewang Lama, now serving as a judge on season 3 of ‘The Voice Kids Nepal’ is emerging as a promising and talented singer in the Nepali music industry. It’s evident from the fact
Kala shines in folk duet music for over two decades
Kala Lamsal has become a household name among folk duet enthusiasts, captivating audiences with her melodious voice and mesmerising performances for over two decades. She has been fascinated b
Nepali filmdom still mired in lack of accountability, transparency
The film industry is considered an important sector for cultural and economic development in other countries, in Nepal, the film sector has yet to take the shape of a vibrant industry even 60 years after the first film, ‘Aama’, was produced on Nepali soil.
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Manoj Bahadur Gurkha spreading Nepali culture in Bangladesh
Manoj Bahadur Gurkha, a Bangladeshi of Nepali origin, has been residing in Bangladesh for seven generations, diligently preserving the Nepali language, art, culture and lifestyle. Recently, he embarked on a journey to Nepal to seek out his ancestral home in Gorkha, where he visited the Majhi settlement. He shared his profound love for Nepali soil, music and culture with The Rising Nepal in a detailed conversation. Manoj Bahadur and his family live in the Rangamati Hill District of Bangladesh.
National Exhibition of Fine Arts concludes
The National Exhibition of Fine Arts 2024, organised by the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), concluded amid a programme held in Kathmandu on Friday. This year’s exhibition, held under the slogan ‘Social Transformation: Fine Arts Campaign,’ showcased 522 artworks by 482 artists from all seven provinces. These included both participating and non-competing pieces, said Devendra Kumar Kafle ‘Thumakeli,’ Member Secretary of NAFA.
Sherpa’s artwork shows how fortunes become meaningless
Human beings are inevitably bound by the ultimate truth of mortality. While it’s natural for humans to fear death, none can evade its grasp. In the concept of death, artist Tashi Salaka Sherpa has prepared a meticulous installation art piece which is currently being showcased at the National Art Exhibition held at the Nepali Academy of Fine Arts.
Kalpavriksha band focuses on social, human interest issues
Vishal Poudel, an instrumentalist, vocalist, music composer and arranger, formed a musical band called Kalpavriksha four years ago. They recently released their first
Dhye Dreams: Story of mountain village hit by climate change
Climate change has sparked heated discussions worldwide and Nepal has been no exception. Many rural areas, particularly in the mountain regions, have lost their authentic beauty and inhabitants, gradually transforming into barren lands, losing both their beauty and significance. One such village is Dhye located in Upper Mustang at an altitude of 3,900 meters.
'The Naked Truth About Zhiguli Band' reviving passion, hope
The Naked Truth About Zhiguli Band is a Bulgarian film made in the musical genre. The 111-minute film takes the audience on a nostalgic journey through the rise, fall, and eventual reunion of the iconic rock band Zhiguli.
Rai to focus more on music
Singer-composer Chetan Rai’s passion for music ignited during his school days. After his SLC in Salyan, he arrived in Kathmandu to pursue a formal education in music.
Dayahang Rai film marks both beginning and end of 2080
The Nepali New Year of 2080 BS kicked off with the debut ‘Jari’ featuring Dayahang Rai and concluded with another Dayahang Rai film ‘Degree Maila: MA 3rd Class.’ Throughout the year, 52 films hit the theaters, but only a handful succeeded in drawing substantial audiences.
Sunapati Rural Municipality declared Thangka Art Hub
Sunapati Rural Municipality of Ramechhap District has been declared a Thangka Art Hub amid a programme held at Ward No 4 of the rural municipality on Monday. Yub Raj Chaulagain, a Member of the Provincial Assembly Bagmati Province, declared the rural municipality as the Thangka Art Hub. Announcing the rural municipality as the Thangka art hub, a three-month-long Thangka workshop was also announced, starting on Tues
‘Sapati Kaka’ aims to showcase cultural richness globally
Diwakar Bhandari, popularly known by his character name ‘Sapati Kaka’, is a typical Nepali comedian. He has been doing comedy serials for around three decades.
