Genre: Action / Adventure / Comedy / Fantasy / Horror / Mystery / Sci-Fi Written & Directed by: Bishal Lohane Production: A Pratiphal Films Production Presentation: An Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. Presentation Worldwide Release: 2027
Introduction
AHURI (अहुरी) is an upcoming Nepali full-length feature film from Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and Pratiphal Films — written, directed, and developed by Bishal Lohane. Blending action, adventure, comedy, fantasy, horror, mystery, and science fiction, AHURI is being positioned as Nepal's first action-fantasy superhero adventure, a genre rarely attempted in Nepali cinema at this scale.
The film's journey has been anything but ordinary. Conceived in 2016, shot beginning in 2018, and carried through years of independent screenings, a landmark charity event, and a festival premiere, AHURI is now heading toward its Worldwide Release in 2027 — closing an eleven-year creative journey.
The Story
AHURI follows a group of heroes who travel through time to save the world from an evil force threatening to destroy it. Combining time-travel mythology, ancient language, fantastical villains, and a distinctly Nepali visual identity, the film offers a fresh, homegrown take on the superhero genre — while showcasing the natural landscapes of western Nepal as the backdrop for an epic, genre-blending adventure.
A Deeply Personal Journey for Director Bishal Lohane
For Bishal Lohane, AHURI is more than a production — it is a film rooted in his own origins. Born in Bhoksing, Parbat, and raised in Kushma, Parbat, Lohane built the film's world around the landscapes and communities of his home region.
The principal photography of AHURI took place in Bhoksing — the director's birthplace — with additional major filming across Kushma, Baglung, Beni, and surrounding areas of western Nepal. This regional grounding gives AHURI a visual and cultural identity distinct from mainstream Nepali cinema, carrying the landscapes, language, and spirit of the Parbat-Baglung-Myagdi belt into a fantasy-action narrative.
Production Timeline: An Eleven-Year Journey
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2016 | Creative journey and story development begin |
| December 22, 2018 | Principal shooting begins in Bhoksing, Parbat |
| November 30, 2019 | 1st World Premiere Show — Kushma, Parbat |
| December 7, 2019 | 2nd Special Screening — Kushma, Parbat |
| January 4, 2020 | 3rd Special Screening — Pokhara |
| January 23, 2021 | 4th Screening — Charity Show for Karan Bachau Abhiyan |
| December 25, 2021 | 5th Screening — The First Dhaulagiri Film Festival |
| 2027 | Worldwide Release |
Shooting Begins: December 22, 2016
Principal photography for AHURI officially began on December 22, 2018 (B.S. 2075 Poush 7, Saturday), marking the transition of the project from concept to full production. The shoot brought together local actors, technicians, supporting crew, and entire communities across multiple filming locations — an ambitious undertaking for an independent regional production.
The filmmaking process spanned years of independent, resource-constrained production — encompassing shooting, post-production, and a long-term distribution strategy — with the team persisting through the practical challenges typical of grassroots Nepali filmmaking.
Screening History: A Local Journey Before Going Global
Before its worldwide theatrical release, AHURI built its audience through a series of milestone screenings across Gandaki Province.
1st World Premiere Show — Kushma, Parbat
- Date: November 30, 2019 (B.S. 2076 Mangsir 14)
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Siddheshwor Chalchitra Mandir, Kushma, Parbat
- Coordinator: Bishal Lohane
2nd Special Screening — Kushma, Parbat
- Date: December 7, 2019 (B.S. 2076 Mangsir 21)
- Time: 3:00 PM
- Venue: Siddheshwor Chalchitra Mandir, Kushma, Parbat
- Coordinator: Bishal Lohane
3rd Special Screening — Pokhara
- Date: January 4, 2020 (B.S. 2076 Poush 19)
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Kalpana Cine Hall, Pokhara
- Coordinator: Sanjeev Khadka
This screening carried AHURI beyond Kushma for the first time, introducing the film to one of Gandaki Province's major audience centers.
4th Screening — Charity Show for "Karan Bachau Abhiyan"
One of the most meaningful chapters in AHURI's history was a charity screening held in support of the "Help Save Karan Campaign" (Karan Bachau Abhiyan).
- Date: January 23, 2021 (B.S. 2077 Magh 10)
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Siddheshwor Chalchitra Mandir, Kushma, Parbat
- Coordinators: Bishal Lohane, Kishan BC & Arjun Thapa
Through the campaign, a total of NPR 3,88,855 was raised and handed over to the campaign's beneficiary, Karan Purja. Funds were collected through outreach across Parbat, Baglung, and Myagdi, with contributors donating more than NPR 200 receiving tickets, while others purchased tickets specifically to support the cause.
For AHURI and its team, this screening turned a film event into a humanitarian platform — demonstrating cinema's power to serve the community directly, not just entertain it.
5th Screening — The First Dhaulagiri Film Festival 2021
- Date: December 25, 2021 (B.S. 2078 Poush 10)
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Venue: Siddheshwor Chalchitra Mandir, Kushma, Parbat
- Festival: Dhaulagiri Film Festival 2021
The festival screening connected AHURI with a broader film-festival audience, further building anticipation ahead of its eventual worldwide release.
AHURI at a Glance
A BISHAL LOHANE Film| Title | AHURI (अहुरी) |
| Type | Nepali Full-Length Feature Film |
| Country | Nepal |
| Language | Nepali |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi |
| Creative Journey Began | 2016 |
| Shooting Started | December 22, 2018 |
| Main Shooting Location | Bhoksing, Parbat |
| Other Major Locations | Kushma (Parbat), Baglung, Beni, and surrounding areas |
| Worldwide Release | 2027 |
| Story / Screenplay / Dialogue / Direction | Bishal Lohane |
| Produced By | Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. |
| Production | A Pratiphal Films Production |
| Presentation | An Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. Presentation |
Principal Cast
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Kumar Gajurel (Gaju) | Shree Krishna |
| Sarita Ghimire | Laxmi |
| Sanjeev Khadka | Krish |
| Shilpa Karki | Siya |
| Dimas Gurung | Max |
| Laxmi Rai | Sumu |
| Bigyan Hamal | Ajju |
| Manisha Panta | Patali/ Apshara |
| Arjun Thapa | Ishu |
| Sujata Basyel | Parbati |
Pradip Pariyar Rate
Why AHURI Matters
AHURI represents a rare undertaking in regional Nepali cinema: an independently produced, genre-blending action-fantasy epic shot almost entirely with local casts, crews, and communities across Bhoksing, Kushma, Baglung, and Beni. Its scale — reflected in a cast and crew list running into the hundreds, spanning stunts, VFX, ancient-language design, drone and jimmy-jib cinematography, and an original musical score — sets it apart from typical small-scale regional productions.
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For Bishal Lohane, AHURI is the culmination of everything his earlier work — from 7 BOYS to BHRAM: THE CONFUSION, CHHUWACHHUT, and his short films — has been building toward: an ambitious, homegrown Nepali story that carries his region's landscape, language, and identity onto an international stage.
The film's evolution from a 2016 concept, through a 2018 production start, four milestone local screenings (including a charity event that raised NPR 3,88,855 for a community cause), and a festival premiere, to a planned 2027 Worldwide Release, reflects over a decade of persistence in independent Nepali filmmaking.
🎬 AHURI is officially set to release in 2027.
The official look poster reflects the soul of the film—mysterious, intense, and visually striking. With layered symbolism, dramatic lighting, and a cinematic tone, the poster hints at:
- A hidden battle between good and evil
- Time, destiny, and unknown forces
- A world where ancient belief meets futuristic imagination
The motion poster further elevates excitement, promising a cinematic experience rarely explored in Nepali cinema.
Production Identity
- Produced By: Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
- Production Banner: Pratiphal Films
- Story / Screenplay / Dialogue / Direction: A Bishal Lohane
Cast & Credits
Starring
Kumar Gajurel, Sarita Ghimire, Sanjeev Khadka, Shilpa Karki, Dimas Gurung, Laxmi Rai, Bigyan Hamal, Manisha Panta, Arjun Thapa, Sujata Basyel, Pradip Pariyar, Suman Senchuri & A Bishal Lohani
Super Villains
Thamman Sing Purja Pun (Sujal), Sarita Pariyar, Arjun B.C, Anupa Rai, Amrit B.C, Keshav Ghimire, Durga Tilija & Roshan Ruchal
Special Characters
Salik Gram, Sarita Bhandari, Raju Senchuri, Ram Prasad Paudel (Rc) & Shiva Pariyar
Special Appearances
Chandra Ramdam, Keshav Acharya, Parbati Gurung, Nirmal Paudel (NP Ghayal), Thakur Rasaily, Raj Kumar Senchuri, Ram Shrestha (Guru) & Kishan BC
AHURI Villagers
Rasmi Riya Khatri, Subod Ghimire, Karna Basyel, Prakash Thapa, Suresh Rasaily, Arjun Sharma, Santosh Pariyar, Ram Prasad Subedi, Bhim Pun, Bhima Pariyar, Bimal Gurung, Pabitra Sunar, Karan Nepali, Arjun Nepali, Prakash Pariyar, Mangal Nepali (Khuety), Nisha Shrestha, Manisha Serchan
Child Artists
Jashan Ghimire, Arbin Sharma, Anusha BC, Anup BC, Anish BC, Sanjay BC, Ashish BC, Nashib BC, Anjar BC, Pratap BC, Prince Pahadi, Saurav Shrestha, Suhani Shrestha, Samir Pariyar, Khem Pariyar, Nischal Shahi
Technical & Creative Team (Highlights)
- Cinematography: Kishan BK
- Music: Manoj Chaulagain
- Background Score: Pramod Pariyar
- Edit / 5.1 Mixing / SFX: Bande Prashad
- Battle / Stunts: Bhupendra BC
- DI Colour / VFX: Samir Miyan
- Post Production: Motion Studio
(All remaining credits acknowledged with honor and gratitude.)
Final Note
AHURI is more than a film—it is a decade-long journey of belief, creativity, and Nepali cinematic ambition. With its official look now revealed, the countdown to 2027 has truly begun.
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AHURI — Coming Worldwide in 2027
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