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Laccha dori and cholo: Style of generations

Kathmandu, Feb. 28 -- About seven years ago, Nepali supermodel Varsha Thapa, subsumed headlines presenting laccha dori as her 'signature waist-grazing braids'. Vogue presented her as 'The Nepali model... Read More


Where is art in Nepal's political imagination?

Kathmandu, Feb. 27 -- Nepal stands at a crossroads as major political parties, responding to the recent Gen Z movement, unveil manifestos ahead of the upcoming election. Yet, a noticeable void remains... Read More


In 'Rammita Koo Pirati', love isn't sunshine and rainbows

Kathmandu, Feb. 18 -- What if the last act of love is to let go? In her directorial debut, Sudepta Adhikari presents a woman-centric voice and perspective that is rare in Nepali Cinema. Capturing the... Read More


Nepal, seen through memory and observation

Kathmandu, Feb. 10 -- There is no doubt that we live our lives in fragments. How we interact with our inner self, the environment around us, with the cosmos of objects, places, relationships, worldly ... Read More


Transforming old saris into modern-day fashion

Nepal, Feb. 7 -- Preserving the cultural and emotional significance of saris, Old Souls adapts these garments into ethno-modern pieces suited to everyday life and the tastes of fashion connoisseurs. P... Read More


A bird's cry echoes human guilt in 'e Thibeu!'

Kathmandu, Feb. 5 -- Have you ever wondered what birds might be telling us through their chirps? 'e Thibeu!' follows a Kirati myth that recounts the story of Thibiyaa, a bird whose hums correspond to... Read More


In 'Simanta Samjhana', memories of Birgunj come alive

Nepal, Jan. 31 -- Revisiting memories not only revives interpersonal experiences but also gathers recollections of 'first times', filled with the crisp excitement of new inventions. In his memoir 'Sim... Read More


How Sonagi Blues found its voice through tradition

Kathmandu, Jan. 30 -- Bridging the gap between traditional music and modern rhythms, Sonagi Blues stands out as a prominent inspiration of how music can envelop introspection, philosophy and lived exp... Read More


A blur between survival and morality

Kathmandu, Jan. 14 -- How often do you find yourself projecting your thoughts towards the extremities? As though there is no other choice besides the one you must take. South Korean filmmaker Park Ch... Read More


Subtle relationships and their complexities

Nepal, Jan. 11 -- In his directorial debut, James Dhakal's 'Bhatti Tales' is a quiet yet stirring exploration of home, relationships, and the unspoken distances that exist within intimacy. Set in a mo... Read More