First Nepali Film: Satya Harishchandra
The first Nepali film, "Satya Harishchandra," was produced in 1951 by D. B. Pariyar. This marked the beginning of the Cinema of Nepal.
1951
1964
First Color Film: Kumari
"Kumari," directed by Hira Singh Khatri, was released in 1964 as the first color film in the history of Cinema of Nepal.
1965
Establishment of the Royal Nepal Film Corporation
The Royal Nepal Film Corporation was established in 1965 to promote and support the Nepali film industry.
1981
Release of "Sindoor"
"Sindoor," a landmark film in the history of Cinema of Nepal, was released in 1981 and became a major success.
1990
Introduction of Private Film Production Companies
The 1990s saw the rise of private film production companies, which significantly boosted the production and quality of Nepali films.
2001
Release of "Darpan Chhaya"
"Darpan Chhaya," directed by Tulsi Ghimire, was released in 2001 and became one of the highest-grossing films in the history of Cinema of Nepal.
2006
Establishment of Nepal Film Development Board
The Nepal Film Development Board was established in 2006 to oversee the growth and regulation of the Cinema of Nepal.
2008
First Nepali Digital Film: Kagbeni
"Kagbeni," directed by Bhusan Dahal, was released in 2008 as the first digital film in the Cinema of Nepal.
2011
Release of "Loot"
"Loot," directed by Nischal Basnet, was released in 2011 and became a turning point for modern Nepali cinema with its fresh storytelling and urban themes.
2012
Nepali Film "Highway" at Berlin International Film Festival
"Highway," directed by Deepak Rauniyar, was the first Nepali film to be screened at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2012.
2013
Release of "Hostel"
"Hostel," directed by Hem Raj BC, was released in 2013 and became popular among the youth, reflecting the changing trends in the Cinema of Nepal.
2015
Release of "Kabaddi Kabaddi"
"Kabaddi Kabaddi," the sequel to the 2013 film "Kabaddi," was released in 2015 and enjoyed significant commercial success.
2016
Release of "Jatra"
"Jatra," directed by Pradeep Bhattarai, was released in 2016 and became a hit, known for its comedic storyline and strong performances.
2018
Release of "Prasad"
"Prasad," directed by Dinesh Raut, was released in 2018 and received critical acclaim for its narrative and social message.
2020
Impact of COVID-19 on Cinema of Nepal
The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 had a significant impact on the Cinema of Nepal, with theaters closing and film productions being halted.
2022
Revival with "Prem Geet 3"
"Prem Geet 3," released in 2022, marked a revival of the Cinema of Nepal post-pandemic, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
