‘Gaunthali’ Two Posters Released — Will They Attract Audiences?

Kathmandu — Two posters of the Nepali film Gaunthali have been released. The production team unveiled them on Friday, suggesting that the film is based on rural life and an emotional storyline.

In the first poster, actor Arun Chhetri and actress Simran Khadka appear in bride and groom attire. The poster clearly reflects a rural setting, with a thatched-roof house and a simple lifestyle in the background. Visual elements also hint at a possible physical condition of the groom, while Simran’s expression appears tense.

The second poster shows Simran Khadka alone, walking while carrying fodder in a basket. Despite being barefoot, she is seen reading a book, symbolizing her dedication to education and struggle. The Himalayan backdrop further suggests that the story is set in a high-altitude rural region.

According to director Dr. Kapil Rijal, the title ‘Gaunthali’ symbolically represents home, family, and emotional bonding. Gaunthali is set to release on Saun 1.

At a time when films based on rural themes are being released frequently this year, it remains to be seen how much ‘Gaunthali’ will attract audiences—something that will become clearer with further promotional materials.

The film features actors Madan Krishna Shrestha, Prakash Ghimire, Luniva Tuladhar, Ravindra Jha, among others. Child actors Anshu Oli and Prince Nepali also appear in the film.

The story is written by Dr. Bhola Rijal, while the screenplay and dialogues are a collaboration between Dr. Kapil Rijal, Nischal Kunwar, Niraj Nepal and Giriraj Ghimire.

The production is presented under Bhola Rijal Productions and Suman Giri Productions. Sarla Rijal is the executive producer, while Suman Giri and Dr. Kapil Rijal are the producers.

Music is composed by Shambhujeet Baskota, Thaneshwor Gautam and Prashant Siwakoti, with background score by Alice Karki.

Cinematography is by Hari Humagain and editing by Milan Shrestha. The chief assistant director is Giriraj Ghimire.

The film will be distributed by Rich Entertainment, Apple Entertainment and F.D. Company. OSR Digital is the digital partner.