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Kathmandu – A special showcase featuring six award-winning Chinese films officially began in Kathmandu on Tuesday under the “Tiantan Award Panorama” program, an initiative linked to the Beijing International Film Festival.
The event opened with the screening of “Trapped,” directed by Sagar Zhang, and is being jointly organized by the China Film Administration, the Beijing International Film Festival, and the Nepal Film and Cultural Academy.
The opening ceremony, held at Chhaya Center in Thamel, was attended by Chinese Embassy Minister Counsellor Zhou Pan as the chief guest. Other notable attendees included Brazilian Chargé d’Affaires Sergio Couto, veteran Nepali filmmaker Tulsi Ghimire, Artists Association President Uttam KC, Directors’ Society President Arun Pradhan, Nepal Film Association President Narendra Maharjan, actor Pramod Agrahari, and several prominent figures from Nepal’s film industry.
Speaking at the event, representatives of the Nepal Film and Cultural Academy expressed confidence that such cultural exchange programs would further strengthen Nepal-China relations while also creating opportunities for Nepali films to reach Chinese audiences.
Minister Counsellor Zhou Pan emphasized that cinema is more than entertainment, describing it as a powerful medium for understanding society, culture and shared human experiences. He said programs like this help deepen ties between people and filmmakers from both countries.
Veteran director Tulsi Ghimire highlighted the need for greater collaboration to facilitate the distribution and exhibition of Nepali films in the Chinese market.
Following the screening of “Trapped,” director Sagar Zhang interacted with journalists and audience members. He explained that the film was inspired by memories and experiences from his teenage years, although the storyline itself is entirely fictional.
The film received positive responses from both Nepali and Chinese viewers. One Chinese audience member expressed delight at being able to watch a film in her native language while abroad, while Nepali viewers praised the film’s storytelling and presentation.
Supported by the Chinese Cultural Center in Kathmandu, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University and the Confucius Institutes affiliated with Lumbini Buddhist University, the film showcase will continue at Chhaya Center through Thursday.
In addition to “Trapped,” the first day of the event also featured screenings of “Beyond the Skies” and “Summer Diary.”
