London, May 31 – London is all set to witness the grand closing ceremony of the Third Nepali Film Festival this Saturday, May 31. Celebrated Nepali actors, singers, dancers, and filmmakers have arrived in the UK to participate in this major cultural event that honors Nepali cinema, language, and diversity.
The artists departed from Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, traveling via Indian Airlines with a layover in India before landing at London’s Heathrow International Airport. They received a warm and traditional welcome at the airport, organized by Third Eye UK, the host of this prestigious festival.
Among the prominent figures who landed in London for the Grand Finale of the Third Nepali Film Festival:
Dinesh DC, Chairperson of the Nepal Film Development Board
Santosh Pant, veteran actor and comedy legend
Pratap Das, a popular singer
Suwani Moktan, renowned vocalist
Rajesh Bardewa, music composer and singer
Aasma Bishwakarma, a talented dancer
Rupesh Thapa, cinematographer
They were greeted with traditional Khada scarves and honors by key organizers, including Bikash Devkota, Sunil Babu Khadka, Romiyan Limbu, and Prashant Khadka.
Earlier this week, actresses Bipana Thapa and Niti Shah, along with actor Dhiren Shakya, had already arrived in London. Namrata Yogi and Tejula Khatiwada are expected to join the team today.
The grand finale of the Third Nepali Film Festival will take place at Greenford Town Hall, London, and is expected to be a vibrant celebration of Nepali culture, film, and heritage.
The event will feature:
Live musical and dance performances by artists from Nepal
Tributes and awards honoring contributions to Nepali cinema
Participation from UK-based Nepali celebrities and community leaders
The organizing team and artists have encouraged all Nepalese living in the UK to attend and show their support for Nepali cinema on the international stage.
“We request all Nepali brothers and sisters in London to come and cheer for us at this celebration of our cinema, culture, and identity,” said one of the artists.
The Third Nepali Film Festival is more than just a film screening event; it is a powerful platform that connects the Nepali diaspora with Nepal’s evolving film industry. It aims to:
Promote Nepali films and filmmakers internationally
Celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity
Create a networking space for Nepali talents worldwide
Honor the contributions of artists and technicians in the industry
With an impressive lineup of guests and performances, the Third Nepali Film Festival is poised to strengthen cultural ties and increase the global visibility of Nepali cinema.
As London prepares to host the closing ceremony of the Third Nepali Film Festival, the excitement among the Nepali community is high. This festival is not just a cultural milestone, but a significant step toward globalizing Nepali film, music, and storytelling.
If you’re in London or nearby, don’t miss this once-in-a-year opportunity to experience the spirit of Nepali cinema abroad. Follow exploreallaboutnepal for more events and news related to nepal and the Nepali community.
