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Film Southasia concludes with five major awards
Published On: November 6, 2017 12:00 PM NPT By: Sonam Lama
KATHMANDU, Nov 6:The 11th edition of Film Southasia 2017 under the theme ‘Documentary Bears Witness’ came to a conclusion on Sunday. Having screened altogether 63 documentaries on contentious issues from 2-5 November at Yala Maya Kendra, the grand festival has certainly provided a platform for the creators and admirers of non-fiction films to share and exchange the cultural values of South Asian countries.
Film Southasia 2017 back with 63 documentaries
Published On: November 2, 2017 09:51 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
KATHMANDU, Nov 2: The 11th edition of Film Southasia 2017 is screening a specially curated section of documentaries on contentious issues starting from Thursday at the Yala Maya Kendra under the theme ‘Documentary Bears Witness’.
Maintaining a reputation for flamboyance
Published On: October 31, 2017 08:17 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
One of the pioneers of glamour industry, Tenzin Tseten Bhutia is a renowned freelance fashion designer and stylist. He graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Bangalore in 2005 and worked as an intern with the official designer of Kingfisher, Mano Viraj Khosla, for one and a half year before officially kick starting his career in Nepal in 2006. He then started working with Himalayan Couture in Kathmandu.
5 things about Sudit Shrestha
Published On: October 30, 2017 12:19 PM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Second runner-up of Manhunt International Nepal 2013 and a freelance MC and a VJ, Sudit Shrestha is one of the most talked about contestants and top three finalist of the ‘Himalaya Roadies-Rising Through Hell’ Season 1, which is having its finale on October 30. Having run various radio and TV programs like ‘Filmy Buzz’ and ‘Just text’ in broadcast media, Sudit has also been featured in more than 10 music videos.
Capturing visions in canvas
Published On: October 29, 2017 11:45 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
A meditator who captured his practice of mindfulness in a canvas, Abbot Master Shi Tong Sheng is a graduate of the religious department of Renmin University of China. He was a member of the Tiexi district of Anshan City, at the Temple of Longfeng in Mount Kumgang, Liaoning province.The forth congress of the Buddhist association of the Hebei province, he is also the vice president of Buddhist association and Hebei Yongnian Anren Temple Abbot.
Exhibit pushes issues of people without citizenship
Published On: October 24, 2017 08:59 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
KATHMANDU, Oct 24: The opening ceremony of ‘Citizen But?, ‘a photo exhibition compiling the stories of Nepalis deprived of citizenship certificates, was held on Monday at Nepal Art Council, Baber Mahal.
Theater For Life
Published On: October 24, 2017 08:15 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Having dedicated almost a decade of his life to acting, Rabindra Singh Baniya is known as an acclaimed theater and movie actor. Although as a young boy he aspired to become an army officer like his father, his career took a sudden turn when he joined theaters in 2056 BS. Amidst all the struggles that he faced throughout the journey, his love and passion for acting remained intact.
5 things about Yubi Thapa
Published On: October 23, 2017 09:33 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Yubi Thapa is one of the most talked about fashion designers in the industry whose designs are barely missed by Nepali celebrities. Since childhood, he was fascinated by unique designer clothes and how fashion industry actually worked.
Unbending approach to life
Published On: October 17, 2017 08:01 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Even after a minor bike accident in 2008 paralyzed him for life, Gajendra Budathoki restored his faith and decided to work with extreme rigor. Dedicated to the field of media for 22 years now, he is Nepal’s first wheelchair-bound journalist and news editor of Karobar Economic Daily.
6 essentials to guide Tihar festivities
Published On: October 17, 2017 07:48 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Be it marigold blossoms, the hums of deusi-bhailo songs, overwhelming trails of lights or unpredicted burst of firecrackers, they all are indicators that Tihar is just around the corner. Tihar, also called Deepawali’, is a five-day festival celebrated in honor of Yama–the god of death and Lakshmi–the goddess of wealth and domination. A festival of lights, Tihar is mainly about lights, gifts, feasts and firecrackers.
5 things about Barsha Shiwakoti
Published On: October 16, 2017 09:48 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Barsha Shiwakoti began her journey in the film industry with ‘Nai Na Bhannu La 2’. Further starring in lead roles in films like ‘Pashupati Prasad’, ‘Subba Saab’, ‘Lappan Chhapan’ and ‘Karkhana’, she has been able to set her foot in the film industry. Having recently graduated from the Apex College with a BBA degree, she is currently gearing up to shoot for an upcoming movie.
From a shepherd to a mountain leader
Published On: October 10, 2017 09:29 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
At an early age of 13, Sarki Sherpa packed his bags and moved from his village Okhaldhunga to Lukla to work as a tour guide. Much to his dismay he initially had to make do as a porter to gain some experience prior beginning to work as a tour guide.
Stores offer heavy discounts for Dashain
Published On: September 27, 2017 08:13 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
KATHMANDU, Sept 27: Bluest of skies, spring time, seasons that blossoms flower, warm homecoming of relatives and aroma of delicacies are certain to give us a sense of Dashain. As we never fail to mention, Dashain is the grandest of all the festivals we celebrate in Nepal.
5 things about Barsha Raut
Published On: September 25, 2017 12:06 PM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Barsha Raut is one of the renowned faces in Nepali music and film industries. She started her career as an actor with the music video ‘Rojeko Maile’ in 2013. Her one of the most acclaimed works as an actor was in the movie ‘Nai Nabhannu La 4’ in 2016. She has so far been featured in about 200 music videos and three movies. Barsha is currently gearing up for the release of her next movie ‘Chhaka Panja 2’.
‘Bhrastachar Ko Rajgaj’ A collaborative voice against corruption
Published On: September 25, 2017 11:09 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
KATHMANDU, Sept 25: ‘Bhrastachar Ko Rajgaj’, an interaction program organized by Fine Print, was held at Nepal Tourism Board, Exhibition Road on Saturday.
Dashain Festival makes a grand comeback
Published On: September 23, 2017 10:12 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
KATHMANDU, Sept 22: The Dashain Festival is back with more recreation. The five-day festival is underway at Exhibition Hall, Bhrikuitmandap, and will continue till Sunday.
Hotel Yak and Yeti team up for cleaning drive
Published On: September 20, 2017 12:28 PM NPT By: Sonam Lama
The management and staffers of Hotel Yak and Yeti, Durbar Marg in collaboration with the Metropolitan Police, Nepal Tourism Board and Blue Waste organized Durbarmarg Cleaning Campaign on Tuesday.
An alert alarm from Everest
Published On: September 19, 2017 08:57 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Successfully attempting his ninth summit, Pemba Ongchhu Sherpa is gearing up for his 10th Everest expedition in the end of this year. Brought up in Solukhumbu, he is one among the five IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guide Association) Certified Mountaineering Guides as well as Rescue Specialist and Instructor from Nepal who earned the license in 2012.
Witnessing transitional phase of Nepali Literature-Nayan Raj Pandey
Published On: September 12, 2017 10:29 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
Dedicated to the field of writing for more than three decades now, Nayan Raj Pandey is a one of the renowned writers of Nepal.
‘Aama’ steals hearts
Published On: September 7, 2017 10:07 AM NPT By: Sonam Lama
KATHMANDU, Sept 7: The seventh edition of ‘Solo White on White’ painting exhibition showcasing ‘Aama, a story of the motherland’ by Jyoti Prakash BK is being held at Nepal Art Council, Baber Mahal. The exhibit organized by Art for Global Peaceis set to run till Friday.
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