Arpan Thapa is a popular Nepali actor and filmmaker known for pioneering realistic, character-driven cinema in Nepal since 2011. Trained at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Lab in Mumbai, he is among firsts to introduce method acting in Nepali films. Arpan has acted in over 30 films and directed around five, often exploring complex, morally grey characters and socially relevant themes like corruption, disability, and conflict.

Birendra Raj Pandey is the President of the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and Executive Director of Nepal Adarsha Nirman Company, bringing over 30 years of experience in the construction sector. A seasoned industry leader, he is committed to driving Nepal’s industrial growth, promoting sustainable infrastructure, and advancing key economic reforms through CNI’s strategic initiatives.

Prateek Pradhan is the Editor-in-Chief of Baahrakhari and one of Nepal’s most respected journalists. A Harvard graduate and digital media pioneer, he is known for his sharp reporting, commitment to press freedom, and leadership across Nepal’s media landscape, from print to digital transformation.

Prakash Saput, acclaimed singer, actor, and director, and Arjun Subedi, filmmaker and co-founder of Planet3Films, are redefining Nepali cinema through powerful, socially driven storytelling that bridges art and activism.