Kathmandu to host three-day film festival

A three-day cinematic event is scheduled to take place within the municipality, organised by the local authority. The cultural gathering is set for Kartik 13, 14 and 15. Festivities are planned to kick off at Basantapur with a heritage walk before screenings commence at participating venues including the Nepal Tourism Board and Rastriya Sabha Griha. A total of forty motion pictures are slated for presentation throughout the duration of the programme. The opening day features a heritage walk alongside the exhibition of a short movie selected via a youth video challenge and an older classic titled Sindoor along the route spanning from a historic monument at New Road to Indrachowk. The municipal office explained that the initiative intends to connect the cinematic arts with local communities and educational frameworks. By fostering partnerships with various institutions, the administration aims to encourage the growth of creative industries. Furthermore, admission to the film screenings has been arranged to be free of charge for members of the public. Additional locations designated for showcasing the films include Jay Nepal Cinema Hall among other spots. The local government has collaborated with multiple organisations to coordinate the event successfully, ensuring wide participation and engagement from citizens interested in the visual arts and domestic movie productions.