Nakchhong’s first look released

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, June 25: The first look of the film Nakchhong has been released. 

Presented by Jyotiraj Rai, the first look features lead actor Bhuwan Singh Rai. 

The poster shows Kathmandu city in the background along with the traditional Bijuwa, suggesting the film may deal with profound subject matter.

The film is done by Bhuwan Singh Rai, Yaseli Yonghang, Sushma Subba Gurung, Sara Rai, Taya Hang Rai, Anusha Rai, Saroj Rai, Uttam Rai, Purna Limbu, Trichu Rai, Dinesh Koirala and Hem Dilungcha Rai, among others.

Directed by Kiran Rai, this is his third directorial project after Lunga and Jiupanchau.

 Kiran has also written the film. It is produced by Popi Raj Rai, with cinematography by Babu Shrestha. Lyrics for the film's songs are by Rajan Mukarung and Bishnu Kirati, with music composed by Dinesh Kaji Bantawa, Anil Koi Rai, and vocals by Nogen Limbu and Paresh Rai.

Bharat Limbu serves as the film’s chief assistant director, and Ramu Shrestha is the executive producer.

Producer Jyoti Raj said that the film was made with the intent of preserving and passing on traditional heritage.

 He emphasised that Nakchhong plays a crucial role in preserving rituals related to festivals, weddings, ancestral rites, and cultural attire.

 The release date of the film has not been finalised. It will first be screened at national and international film festivals before its official public release.

Jyoti Raj has previously produced films like Lunga, Sangam, Triveni, Papi Manchhe, One Way, Producer, and several popular television series.