CPN UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli advocates for quality film production at Nepal International Film Festival

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Kathmandu: CPN UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli stresses the production of quality films. Chairman Oli remarked that films could also be based on the country’s nature and history. He made these comments during a program hosted by film actor Rajesh Hamal as part of the seventh edition of the Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF). The… Continue reading CPN UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli advocates for quality film production at Nepal International Film Festival

Prinkya Rani Joshi secures top 10 spot in Miss World’s ‘Beauty With a Purpose’

Kathmandu: Miss Nepal Prinkyarani Joshi has clinched a coveted spot in the top 10 of the ‘Beauty With a Purpose’ segment at the ongoing Miss World competition in India. Following Monday’s semifinals, Nepal has asserted its presence in the competition. Alongside Nepal, Botswana, Brazil, Czech Republic, Indonesia, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Uganda, and Ukraine… Continue reading Prinkya Rani Joshi secures top 10 spot in Miss World’s ‘Beauty With a Purpose’

‘Oppenheimer’ wins 7 prizes, including best picture, at the British Academy Film Awards

Kathmandu: Atom bomb epic “Oppenheimer” won seven prizes, including best picture, director and actor, at the 77th British Academy Film Awards on Sunday, cementing its front-runner status for the Oscars next month. Gothic fantasia “Poor Things” took five prizes and Holocaust drama “The Zone of Interest” won three.British-born filmmaker Christopher Nolan won his first best… Continue reading ‘Oppenheimer’ wins 7 prizes, including best picture, at the British Academy Film Awards

‘Mundum International Art Exhibition’ kicks-off in KTM

Kathmandu: ‘Mundum International Art Exhibition’ organized by Diktel Rupakot Majhuwagadhi municipality of Khotang district has kicked off in Kathmandu today. President Ram Chandra Paudel inaugurated the expo organized at Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal. On the occasion, Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Sudan Kirati, expressed the belief that such types of international expo would… Continue reading ‘Mundum International Art Exhibition’ kicks-off in KTM

Taylor Swift gives $100,000 to the family of the woman killed in the Chiefs parade shooting

Kathmandu: Taylor Swift donated $100,000 to the family of Lisa Lopez-Galvan, the woman killed in the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade. Two $50,000 donations were posted Friday under the singer’s name on a GoFundMe page. Swift’s representative confirmed the donations to Variety, the trade publication reported, and The Associated Press… Continue reading Taylor Swift gives $100,000 to the family of the woman killed in the Chiefs parade shooting

Iconic Gopi Krishna Cinema Hall to Shut Down on February 13

Kathmandu: Gopi Krishna Cinema Hall, a landmark in Nepali film history, is set to close its doors on February 13, according to an announcement by Gopi Krishna Movies Pvt Ltd. Managing Director Niraj Paudel cited escalating losses amid the Covid-19 pandemic and issues with the current state tax system as the primary reasons for the… Continue reading Iconic Gopi Krishna Cinema Hall to Shut Down on February 13

Pakistani singer Atif Aslam set to perform live in Nepal

Kathmandu: Pakistani singing sensation Atif Aslam is gearing up for a spectacular performance at the Hyatt Regency ground in Kathmandu, marking his return to the Nepali stage. Scheduled for April 12, this concert will be Atif Aslam’s second appearance in Nepal, following his memorable performance at Dasarath Stadium in Kathmandu back in 2012. The musical… Continue reading Pakistani singer Atif Aslam set to perform live in Nepal

Nationwide film halls shut down in protest against govt’s tax policies

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Kathmandu: Film halls across the country were forcefully closed today as part of a widespread protest against the government’s imposition of taxes across various brackets. A symbolic demonstration saw 150 film halls cease operations on Monday, echoing the industry’s dissatisfaction with the current tax structure. The Nepal Motion Picture Association (NMPA) revealed that the government… Continue reading Nationwide film halls shut down in protest against govt’s tax policies

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson gets rights to one of the most famous nicknames in entertainment

Kathmandu: It is a name that has become almost synonymous with professional wrestling but its bearer, Dwayne Johnson, has never legally owned “The Rock.” That will change under a new agreement with the WWE under which Johnson will also join the board of TKO Group, the sports and entertainment company that houses WWE and UFC.… Continue reading Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson gets rights to one of the most famous nicknames in entertainment

Chinese actor Jet Li visits Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu

Kathmandu: Renowned Hollywood and Chinese actor Jet Li is currently in Nepal. He was recently spotted at the Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, where he visited the sacred site a few days ago. Jet Li, accompanied by actress Manisha Koirala, participated in a Buddhist class with Boudh Guru Chokyi Nima Rimpoche during his visit to Nepal.… Continue reading Chinese actor Jet Li visits Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu