Two Nepali, one Hollywood films released in cinemas

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Nov. 23: Nepali cinemas have been buzzing with the release of two new Nepali films, Agnidahan and Tel Visa, alongside the much-anticipated Hollywood blockbuster Gladiator II. Agnidahan, directed by Ghanshyam Lamichhane, featured the artistes like Prakash Ghimire, Maotse Gurung, Anupama Bhandari and Pramila Tulachan. 

The film delves into the harrowing issue of violence against women accused of witchcraft.

Witchcraft accusations are widely prevalent in Nepali society, often leading to horrific incidents of physical abuse and forced excrement consumption. The film unit claimed that the Agnidahan sheds light on the mistreatment of women accusing them of practicing witchcraft. 

 Tel Visa, directed by Shankar Ghimire, tells the story of a mother-in-law who travels to the United States to support her postpartum daughter-in-law and how she struggles with immigration challenges.

 The film tells the tales of the struggles of the Nepali communities in countries like the US and Australia.

 The cast includes Bipin Karki in a dual role, Barsha Raut, Richa Ghimire and Buddhi Tamang in the leading roles. 

Meanwhile, Gladiator II, directed and produced by Ridley Scott, marks the long-awaited sequel to the iconic 2000 historical epic.

 Written by David Scarpa in collaboration with Peter Craig, the film continues the legacy of its predecessor with grand storytelling and intense action sequences.

Despite the release of these new films, Purna Bahadurko Sarangi continues its impressive run, dominating theatres with more screenings than the fresh releases.

 Similarly, Hrashwo Deergha, featuring Nita Dhungana, Harihar Adhikary, and a few notable Indian actors, is still drawing audiences to the cinemas.