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'''[[Nepal]]i [[Film industry|Cinema]]''' also referred to as '''Kollywood''' or "''Nepali Chalchitra''" ({{lang-ne|नेपाली चल्चीत्र}}) in the [[Nepali language|Nepali Language]] refers to the [[Film industry|filmmaking industry]] in [[Nepal]]. This includes films in various languages of [[Nepal]], most notably in [[Nepali language|Nepali]], [[Maithili language|Maithili]] and [[Bhojpuri language|Bhojpuri]]. The term ''Kollywood'' is also used, as a [[portmanteau]] for films produced in the [[Nepali language]] while the Nepalese films produced from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Janakpur, Nepal|Janakpur]] in the [[Maithili language]] is known as ''Mithilawood''. Both of these film industries in the two largest languages of Nepal are collectively known as '''Kollywood.''' <ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/features/2014/07/nepal-film-industry-looks-beyond-bollywood-2014714104224592144.html|title=Nepal's film industry looks beyond Bollywood|website=www.aljazeera.com|access-date=26 April 2017}}</ref>
'''Nepali Cinema''', also referred to as "''Nepali Chalachitra''" ({{langx|ne|नेपाली चलचित्र}}) is the [[Film industry|filmmaking industry]] in [[Nepal]]. This includes films in various languages of Nepal, most notably in Nepali language but also in [[Newar language|Newari]], [[Maithili language|Maithili]], [[Tamangic languages|Tamang]], [[Bhojpuri language|Bhojpuri]] and [[Tharu languages|Tharu]] among others. The term '''''Cinemandu''''' is also used, as a [[portmanteau]] for films produced in the Nepali language while the Nepalese films produced from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Janakpur, Nepal|Janakpur]] in the Maithili language is known as ''[[Maithili Cinema|Mithilawood]]''. Both of these film industries are the largest viewing cinema of Nepal and are collectively known as '''Nepali Cinema.''' <ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/features/2014/07/nepal-film-industry-looks-beyond-bollywood-2014714104224592144.html|title=Nepal's film industry looks beyond Bollywood|website=www.aljazeera.com|access-date=26 April 2017}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
The making of Nepalese films is said to have begun with D.B. Pariyar's ''Satya Harishchandra'', which was the first Nepali-language movie to be shot. It was produced from [[Kolkata, India]] and was released on 14 September 1951. ''[[Aama (1964 film)|Aama]]'' (mother) was the first film produced in Nepal and was released on 7 October 1964. It was produced by the Information Department of His Majesty's Government of Nepal (now [[Government of Nepal]] (GoN)). It was directed by Hira Singh Khatri and written by Durga Shrestha and Chaitya Devi. the lead actors were [[Shiva Shankar|Shiva Shankar Manandhar]] , Bhuwan Chand, Chaitya Devi and Basundhara Bhusal who are regarded as the first actors in the Nepali film industry.
The making of Nepalese films is said to have begun with D.B. Pariyar's ''Satya Harishchandra'', which was the first Nepali-language movie to be shot. It was produced in [[Kolkata, India]], and released on 14 September 1951. ''[[Aama (1964 film)|Aama]]'' (mother) was the first film produced in Nepal and was released on 7 October 1964. It was produced by the Information Department of His Majesty's Government of Nepal (now [[Government of Nepal]] (GoN)).


The first film to be produced under a private banner was ''[[Maitighar]]'', which was released at the end of 1966 by Sumonanjali Films Pvt. Ltd. Although it was a Nepalese movie, it had many Indians contributing toward its making. [[Mala Sinha]] played the lead role, along with Chidambar Prasad Lohani, whom she later married. It had special appearances of [[Sunil Dutt]] and comedian [[Rajendra Nath]]. Directed by B.S. Thapa and music scored by [[Jaidev]], a veteran maestro, it had [[Lata Mangeshkar]], [[Asha Bhosle]], [[Usha Mangeshkar]] and [[Manna Dey]], all of whom were established Indian singers, doing the playback singing with [[Prem Dhoj Pradhan]], C.P. Lohani and [[Aruna Lama]].
The first film to be produced under a private banner was ''[[Maitighar]]'', which was released at the end of 1966.


The Nepal government established the Royal Nepal Film Corporation in 1971. ''Mann Ko Bandh'' was the first film produced by the Corporation; Jay Rana was the director. Nati Kaji and Shiva Shankar were the music composers of the songs. [[Amber Gurung]] scored the background music. It premiered in 1973 in [[Kathmandu]]. ''Mann Ko Bandh'' was followed by ''Kumari'' (the first [[Eastman color]] Nepali film) in 1978, ''Sindoor'' in 1980, and ''Jeevan Rekha'' in a series. And "Badlindo Aakash" in 1984. Their success opened up the avenue for private parties to enter into filmmaking as an industrial endeavor.
The Nepal government established the Royal Nepal Film Corporation in 1971. ''Mann Ko Bandh'' was the first film produced by the corporation.


''[[Paral Ko Aago]]'', directed by Pratap Subba, was produced by Cinema in 1978. The black-and-white movie proved to be a great success due to its story and melodious music. The actors were Tanka Sharma, [[Basundhara Bhusal]], Susmita Dhakal, I.K. Singh, Menuka Pradhan, etc. The music director [[Shanti Thatal]] became the first female music director in Nepali movies. The lyrics were prepared by Manbahadur Mukhiya and Indra Thapaliya and the songs were sung by [[Aruna Lama]], Dawa Gyalmo, Pema Lama, Shankar Gurung and Deepa Gahatraj (Jha). Pratap Subba was also the scriptwriter. It was based on a popular short story of the same name by [[Guru Prasad Mainali]].
''[[Paral Ko Aago]]'' was produced by Cinema in 1978. The music director [[Shanti Thatal]] became the first female music director in Nepali movies.


===Golden era===
===Golden era===
With the start of 1980s, some relatively more creative films were made and they became successful, too. Thus, filmmaking started to appear as a more viable profession and the number of productions increased a bit. After the introduction of private companies in the Nepali film industry, the time came when more films were being made and they were much more accepted by Nepalese audiences. ''Badlindo Aakash'', ''[[Samjhana]]'', ''[[Kusume Rumal]]'', ''[[Lahure (film)|Lahure]]'', ''[[Kanchhi]]'', ''Basudev'', ''[[Saino]]'' and ''Koseli'', which were released between 1984 and 1993, were very popular. The leading actors were [[Bhuwan K.C.]] and [[Tripti Nadakar]], whose on-screen chemistry saw them being dubbed the "golden couple" of the industry. In the later years of the decade, the industry saw the rise of [[Rajesh Hamal]] and [[Karishma Manandhar]].
With the start of the 1980s, more films were being made and they were more accepted by Nepalese audiences. ''Badlindo Aakash'', ''[[Samjhana]]'', ''[[Kusume Rumal]]'', ''[[Lahure (film)|Lahure]]'', ''[[Kanchhi]]'', ''Basudev'', ''[[Saino]]'' and ''Koseli'' were released between 1984 and 1993. The leading actors were [[Bhuwan K.C.]] and [[Tripti Nadakar]], whose on-screen chemistry saw them being dubbed the "golden couple" of the industry. In the later years of the decade, the industry saw the rise of [[Rajesh Hamal]] and [[Karishma Manandhar]].


In 1990, Nepal witnessed important political change. The people's movement brought the monarchy to its knees and democracy was restored. The society started to become open and vibrant. This had an important consequence for the fledgling film industry: It began to grow rapidly or even to "bloat". There was an unprecedented growth in the number of productions. Within three years, some 140 films were made. Distribution started to develop. Share in the existing market increased and the market itself expanded. Cinema halls increased to more than 300.
In 1990, the film industry began to grow rapidly. There was an unprecedented growth in the number of productions. Within three years, some 140 films were made. Cinemas increased to more than 300.


===Conflict era===
===Conflict era===
The start of the [[Nepalese Civil War|Maoist insurgency]] in Nepal in the mid-1990s was the beginning of the downfall of the domestic film industry. In the period of war and conflict, a very small number of films were made, and audience numbers fell sharply. It resulted in lower budgets and even lower performances, which resulted in even smaller audiences. In the later years of the conflict, the production and release of Nepali films had almost come to a standstill. Many actors and filmmakers left the country in search for work abroad. Actors like Saroj Khanal, [[Shiva Shrestha (actor)|Shiva Shrestha]], [[Karishma Manandhar]], [[Tripti Nadakar]], Kristi Mainali and [[Gauri Malla]] had little work.
Because of the [[Nepalese Civil War|Maoist insurgency]] in Nepal in the mid-1990s a very small number of films were made, and audience numbers fell sharply. In the later years after the conflict, the production and release of Nepali films had almost come to a standstill. Many actors and filmmakers left the country in search for work abroad. Actors like Saroj Khanal, [[Shiva Shrestha (actor)|Shiva Shrestha]], [[Karishma Manandhar]], [[Tripti Nadakar]], Kristi Mainali and [[Gauri Malla]] had little work.


During the 1990s, some filmmakers, mostly with non-fiction base, started championing a new kind of cinema. They denounced the crude imitation of [[Bollywood]] aesthetics and demanded indigenous aesthetics and a more realistic approach. They made some films which have received some critical acclaim at home and some international recognition. Historic movies like ''Balidaan'' and ''Seema Rekha'' made during this period were appreciated by critics and audience.90s was majorly ruled by [[Rajesh Hamal]] , Bhuwan K.C. and Shiva Shrestha.
In 2000–2001, the then-highest-grossing Nepali film ''[[Darpan Chaya]]'' and 'Jindagani' were made.


In 2000-2001, the then-highest-grossing Nepali film ''[[Darpan Chaya]]'' and 'Jindagani' was made. 'Jindagani' was directed and produced by Ujwal Ghimire. 'Darpan Chaya' was directed by [[Tulsi Ghimire]] and starred [[Dilip Rayamajhi]], [[Niruta Singh]] and Uttam Pradhan. The film was a historic success. The its original box office figure is disputed though if adjusted inflation the film is believed to be the highest grossing movie ever in Nepal. The films music is popular till today and remains one of the greatest Nepalese classic film ever. Early 2000s also marked entry of one of the biggest superstars of Nepal, [[Shree Krishna Shrestha]]
===2006–present===
By 2006, as the situation in Nepal calmed down and with [[Maoist]]s coming into mainstream politics, the Nepali film industry started to return to its previous state, and more films were being made and released. This period also marked the commencement of digital films in the industry.


===2006 - Present===
In December 2016, ''[[Bijuli Machine]]'', Nepal's first science-fiction film with a social story was released and ran successfully in cinemas.<ref name=":0">{{Cite news|url=http://www.myrepublica.com/news/10943|title=Bijuli Machine: a new practice in Nepali movie|newspaper=My Republica|access-date=22 December 2016}}</ref> The movie was directed and written by [[Navin Awal]] with [[Santosh Lamichhane]] as a scientific consultant.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://awaken-nepal.com/bijuli-machine-nepali-science-fiction-movie/|title=Bijuli Machine- Nepali science fiction movie - Awaken Nepal|date=22 November 2016|newspaper=Awaken Nepal|language=en-US|access-date=22 December 2016}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://cinelahar.com/bijuli-machine-first-nepali-sci-fi-movie-trailer/|title=Bijuli Machine - first Nepali Sci-Fi movie ? watch trailer - Nepali movies|website=cinelahar.com|access-date=22 December 2016|archive-date=23 December 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161223063723/http://cinelahar.com/bijuli-machine-first-nepali-sci-fi-movie-trailer/|url-status=usurped}}</ref> It was reported that the movie set a trend in Nepali films by a making a movie with a low budget, without an item song, stereotypical fights or a romantic story, rather with an authentic Nepali story inspired by the problems faced in the society, like electricity power cuts, and still succeeded to entertain the audience.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myrepublica.com/news/18218/|title=Year 2073: Year of large collection in Nepali Movie|work=My Republica|access-date=26 April 2017|language=en}}</ref>
By 2006, as the situation in Nepal calmed down and with [[Maoist]]s coming into mainstream politics, the Nepali film industry started to return to its previous state, and more films were being made and released. This period also marked the commencement of digital films in the industry. After tge historic success of Darpan Chayya , the production of romantic and romantic comedy movies increased in a bigger way. Some of the successful post-2006 films include ''[[Kagbeni (film)|Kagbeni]]'', ''[[Sano Sansar (film)|Sano Sansar]]'', ''[[Mero Euta Saathi Cha]]'', ''[[First Love (2010 Nepali film)|First Love]]'' and ''[[Kohi Mero]]''. The early 2000s saw the rise of [[Nikhil Upreti]] as one of the biggest names in Nepali cinema, [[Biraj Bhatta|Biraj Bhatt]], Ramit Dhungana and actresses like Jharana Thapa, [[Rekha Thapa]], Arunima Lamsal, Rejina Upreti etc. Though film industry saw a dull phase. Such phase was mainly accused for lack of creativity in Nepali movies with routine action film were no able to excite audience.


 
''[[The Legend of Shankhadhar]]'' is reported to be the first animated Nepali film.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myrepublica.com/news/8546/|title=First Nepali animated movie screened in London|work=My Republica|access-date=10 June 2017|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://thehimalayantimes.com/entertainment/nepals-first-animated-movie-screened-london/|title=Nepal's first animated movie screened in London|website=thehimalayantimes.com|date=4 November 2016|access-date=10 June 2017}}</ref>
But after the release of hiest comedy Loot, Nepali movie industry changed completely and is creditedfor bringing audience back to theatres. Other successful films such like ''[[Loot (2012 film)|Loot]]'' were Andaaj,  ''[[Chapali Height (2012 film)|Chapali Height]]'', ''[[Nai Nabhannu La]] series'', ''[[Kohinoor (2014 film)|Kohinoor]]'', ''[[Kabaddi (2013 film)|Kabaddi]]'', ''[[Kabaddi Kabaddi]]'',(2015 film)  " Wada No 6".  " [[Chhakka Panja]] " series were the highest-grossing movies till date and ''[[The Black Hen|Kalo Pothi]]'' became critically acclaimed in the domestic market as well as among the international diaspora .
 
The [[List of highest grossing Nepali films|highest grossing]] Nepali film is [[Chhakka Panja]] (2016), grossing about NRs 22 crore followed by its sequel [[Chhakka Panja 2]] , grossing Nrs 15 crore and [[Kohinoor (2014 film)|Kohinoor]] (2014) with NRs 12 crore.
 
The US-Nepali documentary ''[[Manakamana (film)|Manakamana]]'', about pilgrims on the [[Manakamana Cable Car]], was released in 2013 and received positive reviews.
 
In recent times many notable films are being made in Nepal.  In December 2016, [[Bijuli Machine]], Nepal's first science-fiction film with a social story was released and ran successfully in cinemas.<ref name=":0">{{Cite news|url=http://www.myrepublica.com/news/10943|title=Bijuli Machine: a new practice in Nepali movie|newspaper=My Republica|access-date=22 December 2016}}</ref> The movie was directed and written by [[Navin Awal]] with [[Santosh Lamichhane]] as a scientific consultant.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://awaken-nepal.com/bijuli-machine-nepali-science-fiction-movie/|title=Bijuli Machine- Nepali science fiction movie - Awaken Nepal|date=22 November 2016|newspaper=Awaken Nepal|language=en-US|access-date=22 December 2016}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://cinelahar.com/bijuli-machine-first-nepali-sci-fi-movie-trailer/|title=Bijuli Machine - first Nepali Sci-Fi movie ? watch trailer - Nepali movies|website=cinelahar.com|access-date=22 December 2016}}</ref> It was reported that the movie set a trend in Nepali films by a making a movie with a low budget, without an item song, stereotypical fights or a romantic story, rather with an authentic Nepali story inspired by the problems faced in the society, like electricity power cuts, and still succeeded to entertain the audience.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myrepublica.com/news/18218/|title=Year 2073: Year of large collection in Nepali Movie|work=My Republica|access-date=26 April 2017|language=en}}</ref>
 
Likewise, ''Kalo Pothi'' (Black Hen) by Min Bahadur Bham, Highway by Deepak Rauniyar, Nivna Lageko Diyo (Dying Candle) by Naresh K.C.  and Seto Surya (White Sun) by Deepak Rauniyar have been officially selected to major international film festivals  like Venice, Berlin, Toronto international film festival and winning award at Singapore international film festival.
[[The Legend of Shankhadhar]] is reported to be the first animated Nepali film.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.myrepublica.com/news/8546/|title=First Nepali animated movie screened in London|work=My Republica|access-date=10 June 2017|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://thehimalayantimes.com/entertainment/nepals-first-animated-movie-screened-london/|title=Nepal's first animated movie screened in London|website=thehimalayantimes.com|date=4 November 2016|access-date=10 June 2017}}</ref>


==Film Development Board==  
==Film Development Board==  
The [[Film Development Board]] (FDB) is a liaison to facilitate the conceptualization, making, distribution and exhibition of Nepali films nationally. The Board attempts to bridge the gap between film entrepreneurship and government bureaucracy. The Board is a balance between the people at large, the government, and the process of filmmaking. It is intended to act as the safeguard of the interests of the people, the watchdog of the government, and the advocate of filmmakers.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://kathmandupost.ekantipur.com/news/2017-03-19/nepali-movie-industry-ready-to-step-up-ghimire.html|title=Nepali movie industry ready to step up: Ghimire|access-date=26 April 2017|language=en}}</ref>
The [[Film Development Board]] is a liaison to facilitate the conceptualization, making, distribution and exhibition of Nepali films.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://kathmandupost.ekantipur.com/news/2017-03-19/nepali-movie-industry-ready-to-step-up-ghimire.html|title=Nepali movie industry ready to step up: Ghimire|access-date=26 April 2017|language=en}}</ref>
 
The FDB, like most governmental organizations in Nepal, has been accused of being corrupt and politically motivated.{{citation needed|date=June 2020}}
 
==See also==
==See also==
{{Category see also|Nepalese films| Nepalese directors|Nepalese actresses|Nepalese actors}}
* [[List of Nepalese films]]
* [[List of Nepalese films]]
* [[List of highest-grossing Nepali films]]
* [[List of most expensive Nepali films]]
* [[National Film Awards (Nepal)]]
;More general article
* [[Cinema of the world]]
* [[Cinema of the world]]
* [[Tharu Cinema]]
* [[List of Nepal Bhasa films]]
* {{portal-inline|Nepal}}
 
==Film production industries==
{{incomplete list|date=April 2021}}
* [[Maha Jodi|Maha Sanchar]]
* Cine Makers Pvt. Ltd.<ref>Film Production Companies in Nepal. | KFTV. (n.d.). Retrieved 1 April 2021, from https://www.kftv.com/country/Nepal</ref>
* Aama Saraswoti Geeta Devi Films- Produced [[Chhakka Panja]]


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
* [http://www.film.gov.np Film Development Board of Nepal]
* [http://www.film.gov.np Film Development Board of Nepal]


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Nepali Cinema, also referred to as "Nepali Chalachitra" (Script error: The function "langx" does not exist.) is the filmmaking industry in Nepal. This includes films in various languages of Nepal, most notably in Nepali language but also in Newari, Maithili, Tamang, Bhojpuri and Tharu among others. The term Cinemandu is also used, as a portmanteau for films produced in the Nepali language while the Nepalese films produced from Kathmandu and Janakpur in the Maithili language is known as Mithilawood. Both of these film industries are the largest viewing cinema of Nepal and are collectively known as Nepali Cinema. [2]

History[edit | edit source]

The making of Nepalese films is said to have begun with D.B. Pariyar's Satya Harishchandra, which was the first Nepali-language movie to be shot. It was produced in Kolkata, India, and released on 14 September 1951. Aama (mother) was the first film produced in Nepal and was released on 7 October 1964. It was produced by the Information Department of His Majesty's Government of Nepal (now Government of Nepal (GoN)).

The first film to be produced under a private banner was Maitighar, which was released at the end of 1966.

The Nepal government established the Royal Nepal Film Corporation in 1971. Mann Ko Bandh was the first film produced by the corporation.

Paral Ko Aago was produced by Cinema in 1978. The music director Shanti Thatal became the first female music director in Nepali movies.

Golden era[edit | edit source]

With the start of the 1980s, more films were being made and they were more accepted by Nepalese audiences. Badlindo Aakash, Samjhana, Kusume Rumal, Lahure, Kanchhi, Basudev, Saino and Koseli were released between 1984 and 1993. The leading actors were Bhuwan K.C. and Tripti Nadakar, whose on-screen chemistry saw them being dubbed the "golden couple" of the industry. In the later years of the decade, the industry saw the rise of Rajesh Hamal and Karishma Manandhar.

In 1990, the film industry began to grow rapidly. There was an unprecedented growth in the number of productions. Within three years, some 140 films were made. Cinemas increased to more than 300.

Conflict era[edit | edit source]

Because of the Maoist insurgency in Nepal in the mid-1990s a very small number of films were made, and audience numbers fell sharply. In the later years after the conflict, the production and release of Nepali films had almost come to a standstill. Many actors and filmmakers left the country in search for work abroad. Actors like Saroj Khanal, Shiva Shrestha, Karishma Manandhar, Tripti Nadakar, Kristi Mainali and Gauri Malla had little work.

In 2000–2001, the then-highest-grossing Nepali film Darpan Chaya and 'Jindagani' were made.

2006–present[edit | edit source]

By 2006, as the situation in Nepal calmed down and with Maoists coming into mainstream politics, the Nepali film industry started to return to its previous state, and more films were being made and released. This period also marked the commencement of digital films in the industry.

In December 2016, Bijuli Machine, Nepal's first science-fiction film with a social story was released and ran successfully in cinemas.[3] The movie was directed and written by Navin Awal with Santosh Lamichhane as a scientific consultant.[4][5] It was reported that the movie set a trend in Nepali films by a making a movie with a low budget, without an item song, stereotypical fights or a romantic story, rather with an authentic Nepali story inspired by the problems faced in the society, like electricity power cuts, and still succeeded to entertain the audience.[6]

The Legend of Shankhadhar is reported to be the first animated Nepali film.[7][8]

Film Development Board[edit | edit source]

The Film Development Board is a liaison to facilitate the conceptualization, making, distribution and exhibition of Nepali films.[9]

See also[edit | edit source]

See also: the categories Nepalese films, Nepalese directors, Nepalese actresses, and Nepalese actors.
More general article

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Nepal Screens". therisingnepal.org. Archived from the original on 19 February 2020. Retrieved 12 September 2017.
  2. ↑ "Nepal's film industry looks beyond Bollywood". www.aljazeera.com. Retrieved 26 April 2017.
  3. ↑ "Bijuli Machine: a new practice in Nepali movie". My Republica. Retrieved 22 December 2016.
  4. ↑ "Bijuli Machine- Nepali science fiction movie - Awaken Nepal". Awaken Nepal. 22 November 2016. Retrieved 22 December 2016.
  5. ↑ "Bijuli Machine - first Nepali Sci-Fi movie ? watch trailer - Nepali movies". cinelahar.com. Archived from the original on 23 December 2016. Retrieved 22 December 2016.
  6. ↑ "Year 2073: Year of large collection in Nepali Movie". My Republica. Retrieved 26 April 2017.
  7. ↑ "First Nepali animated movie screened in London". My Republica. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
  8. ↑ "Nepal's first animated movie screened in London". thehimalayantimes.com. 4 November 2016. Retrieved 10 June 2017.
  9. ↑ "Nepali movie industry ready to step up: Ghimire". Retrieved 26 April 2017.

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