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Kathmandu — Filming for the upcoming Nepali movie Pension Patta, directed by actor Maotse Gurung, has officially begun with a traditional auspicious ceremony. Shooting started in Tangting village, Kaski district, and will continue for 35 days across the scenic locations of the area, according to the production team.
Known as the ‘Godfather’ of Gurung cinema, Maotse Gurung is also investing in the project. The film features prominent actors including Dayahang Rai, Sunil Thapa, Pashupati Rai, Gaumaya Gurung, Buddhi Tamang, Wilson Bikram Rai, Raj Thapa Kaucha, Luniva Tuladhar, Bishwas Gurung, Maya Gurung, and Yasili Rai among others.
Despite the title evoking a story of a former Gurkha soldier, the director-producer Gurung explains that the film explores how a greedy man transforms into a benevolent figure. Maotse Gurung has also written the screenplay for the movie under his banner, Maotse Gurung Films.
Investors include Min Konme Gurung (Sikles), Bhoj Bahadur Gurung (UK), and Sapana Gurung, while DB Gurung serves as the production manager. Cinematography will be handled by Sushan Prajapati, casting by Suraj Tamu, and music composed by Jhuma Limbu, Manoj Thapa Magar, and Shiv Baraily.
Maotse Gurung’s directorial debut, Dayarani, was a box office hit. In addition to acting, he has been active in writing and directing, particularly in Gurung-language films. In Pension Patta, Gurung takes on the roles of actor, director, and producer.
