July’s cinematic fiesta: Films uplift, educate and inspire audiences in the country
Photo: Unsplash/ Marius GIRE The month of July came with fresh air in Nepal with national and international film releases across various genres. It was great seeing Jaari starring Dayahang Rai and directed by Ram Babu Gurung completing 100 days, which is a testament to its popularity among audiences. Additionally, other recent releases like Parastree and Bagaan have made their way into the market. It is remarkable to witness the success of Nepali films in a relatively small market. But when it comes to the numbers, it is evident that Nepali audiences have a preference for foreign films, especially those with larger budgets and higher technical advancements in filmmaking. July kicked off with the Indian film Satya Prem Ki Katha, a romantic musical drama. The film performed well in the market with Insidious: The Red Door. Similarly, last week’s major release for the market was Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1 of Tom Cruise, which can be considered as one of the major ...