मनोरञ्जन

The popular musical and literary series “Paleti” returns to Kalikasthan’s R-Sala on January 30 and 31 after a seven-year hiatus for writer Bhushita Vasistha. The performance, titled Chandra Retrospective 2.0, aims to revive the declining tradition of verse poetry in Nepal, featuring recitations of works by Laxmi Prasad Devkota and Madhav Prasad Ghimire.

Following successful events in Chitwan and Nepalgunj, the Creator’s Mela 2026: Vision to Venture reaches its grand finale in Kathmandu on January 30 and 31. The event features prominent stars like Priyanka Karki and Ayushman Joshi, focusing on transforming digital content creation into sustainable professional businesses for the next generation of Nepali influencers.

The highly anticipated action-drama Aa Bata Aama has cleared the Central Cinema Censor Board with a “U” (Universal) certificate. Starring a popular ensemble cast, the film is set for a nationwide release tomorrow, January 30, and is expected to be one of the final major blockbusters before the election-related theater slowdown.

Commercial data released by the Film Development Board highlights a competitive month for domestic releases. Jhari Pachi Ko Indreni, directed by Arjun Ghimire, has earned Rs 12.3 million to date, while the Maghe Sankranti release Gobar Ganesh has pulled in Rs 11.4 million with over 40,000 tickets sold across the country.

In a historic achievement for Nepali cinema, director Min Bahadur Bham has been named a member of the International Jury for the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale). Bham, known for his acclaimed film Shambhala, chose this prestigious role over contesting in the upcoming March elections, describing it as the “biggest achievement” of his career.