11 Most Expensive Nepali Movies Ever Made
Nepali cinema has come a long way since its inception in the 1950s. Over the years, the industry has produced some of the most iconic films that have captured the hearts of audiences both in Nepal and around the world. While the Nepali film industry may not be as well-known as its counterparts in Bollywood or Hollywood, it has certainly made its mark with some of the highest budgeted movies ever made.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the 11 most expensive Nepali movies ever made. From epic historical dramas to romantic comedies, these films have pushed the boundaries of Nepali cinema and set new standards for quality and production value. Join us as we explore the world of Nepali cinema and discover the films that have made history in the industry. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Nepali movies or simply curious about the industry, this article is sure to provide you with a fascinating insight into the world of Nepali cinema.
List of Most Expensive Nepali Movies Ever Made
| Rank | Movie Title | Year | Budget | Director | Cast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shambhala | 2024 | रू15 crore (US$1.1 million) | Min Bahadur Bham | Thinley Lhamo, Sonam Topden, Tenzin Dalha |
| 2 | Nalapani | 2022 | रू8 crore (US$600,000) | Rimesh Adhikari | Deshbhakta Khanal, Santosh Pant, Poozana Pradhan |
| 3 | Hrashwo Deergha | 2024 | रू6.0 crore (US$450,000) | Chandra Panta | Neeta Dhungana, Harihar Adhikari, Brahmanandam, Bipana Thapa, Sanchita Luitel, Prasant Tamrakar, Kiran K.C., Buddhi Tamang |
| 4.1 | 12 Gaun | 2024 | रू4.0 crore (US$300,000) | Biraj Bhatta | Biraj Bhatta, Samir Bhatt, Sonu Chandrapal, Deeya Maskey, Murali Dhar, Sanisha Bhattarai, Nancy Khadka |
| 4.2 | Prem Geet 3 | 2022 | रू4.0 crore (US$300,000) | Santosh Sen, Chhetan Gurung | Pradeep Khadka, Kristina Gurung, Shiva Shrestha, Sunil Thapa |
| 4.3 | Farki Farki | 2024 | रू4.0 crore (US$300,000) | Suyog Gurung | |
| 5.1 | Kri | 2018 | रू3.5 crore (US$260,000) | Surendra Poudel | Aditi Budhathoki, Anmol K.C., Anoop Bikram Shahi, Kameshwor Chaurasiya, Raju Pal |
| 5.2 | Agastya: Chapter 1 | 2024 | रू3.5 crore (US$260,000) | Saurav Chaudhary | Saugat Malla, Najir Husen, Nischal Basnet, Malika Mahat, Bijay Baral |
| 6.1 | Pashupati Prasad 2: Bhasme Don | 2023 | रू3.0 crore (US$220,000) | Dipendra K Khanal | Bipin Karki, Saugat Malla, Swastima Khadka |
| 6.2 | Kabaddi 4: The Final Match | 2022 | रू3.0 crore (US$220,000) | Ram Babu Gurung | Dayahang Rai, Saugat Malla, Miruna Magar, Buddhi Tamang , Bijay Baral |
| 6.3 | Chhakka Panja 4 | 2023 | रू3.0 crore (US$220,000) | Hem Raj BC | Deepak Raj Giri, Benisha Hamal, Kedar Ghimire, Neer Shah, Nirmal Sharma, Buddhi Tamang, Deepa Shree Niraula, Raj Acharya, Prem Pandey |
| 6.4 | Chhakka Panja 5 | 2024 | रू3.0 crore (US$220,000) | Deepa Shree Niraula | Deepak Raj Giri, Barsha Siwakoti, Kedar Ghimire |
| 7 | Senti Virus | 2020 | रू2.8 crore (US$210,000) | Ram Babu Gurung | Sitaram Kattel, Kunjana Ghimire, Dayahang Rai, Wilson Bikram Rai, Buddhi Tamang, Rajaram Poudel |
| 8 | Degree Maila – MA 3rd Class | 2024 | रु2.75 Crore | Ram Babu Gurung | Dayahang Rai, Aanchal Sharma, Bijay Baral, Buddhi Tamang |
| 9.1 | Prakash | 2022 | रू2.5 crore (US$190,000) | Dinesh Raut | Pradeep Khadka, Deeya Maskey |
| 9.2 | Kabaddi Kabaddi Kabaddi | 2019 | रू2.5 crore (US$190,000) | Ram Babu Gurung | Dayahang Rai, Upasana Singh Thakuri, Rishma Gurung, Karma, Wilson Bikram Rai, Buddhi Tamang, Bijay Baral |
| 9.3 | Intu Mintu Londonma | 2018 | रू2.5 crore (US$190,000) | Renasha Bantawa Rai | Samragyee R.L. Shah, Dhiraj Magar, Saruk Tamrakar |
| 9.4 | Mahajatra | 2024 | रु 2.5 Crore | Pradip Bhattarai | Hari Bansha Acharya, Bipin Karki, Rabindra Singh Baniya, Rabindra Jha, Barsha Raut |
| 9.5 | Happy Days | 2018 | रू2.5 crore (US$190,000) | Milan Chams | Dayahang Rai, Priyanka Karki, Sanjay Gupta, Bikki Joshi, Diya Poon |
| 9.6 | Captain | 2019 | रू2.5 crore (US$190,000) | Diwakar Bhattarai | Anmol K.C., Sunil Thapa, Upasana Singh Thakuri, Priyanka Mv, Wilson Bikram Rai, Saroj Khanal, Prashant Tamrakar |
| 10.1 | Love Station | 2019 | रु 2.2 Crore ($160k) | Ujwal Ghimire | Pradeep Khadka, Jassita Gurung |
| 10.2 | Chhakka Panja 3 | 2018 | रु 2 Crore ($153k) | Deepa Shree Niraula | Deepak Raj Giri, Kedar Ghimire, Jeetu Nepal, Deepika Prasain, Buddhi Tamang |
| 10.3 | Lily Bily | 2018 | रु 2 Crore ($153k) | Milan Chams | Pradeep Khadka, Priyanka Karki, Jassita Gurung, Anoop Bikram Shahi |
| 10.4 | A Mero Hajur 3 | 2019 | रु 2 Crore ($153k) | Jharana Thapa | Anmol K.C.Suhana Thapa, Salon Basnet, Arpan Thapa, Rabindra Jha |
| 11.1 | A Mero Hajur 4 | 2022 | रु 1.5 Crore ($114k) | Jharana Thapa | Anmol KC, Suhana Thapa, Salon Basnet |
| 11.2 | Chha Maya Chhapakkai | 2019 | रु 1.5 Crore ($114k) | Dipendra Lama | Deepak Raj Giri, Keki Adhikari, Kedar Ghimire, Jeetu Nepal, Prakash Ghimire |
FAQs
What is the most expensive Nepali movie?
Min Bahadur Bham’s Shambhala is the most expensive movie in Nepal made on a budget of रू15 crore (US$1.1 million).
What is the highest-grossing Nepali film of all time?
Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi is the highest-grossing Nepalese film with a gross of रू56.30 crore (US$4.1 million) in Nepal and रू83.30 crore (US$6.0 million) worldwide.
Which is highest budget film in Nepal?
Shambhala is the most expensive movie in Nepal made on a budget of रू15 crore (US$1.1 million).
Which is the highest earning movie of Nepal?
Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi is the highest earning Nepali film with a gross of रू56.30 crore (US$4.1 million) in Nepal and रू83.30 crore (US$6.0 million) worldwide.
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