"Seti Didi": A Story of Ordinary Courage on a Night of Conflict
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Kushma, Parbat, Nepal. Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and Pratiphal Films are proud to announce that "Seti Didi," a social short film written and directed by independent filmmaker Bishal Lohane, has been officially selected for the Nepal Cultural International Film Festival 2027. The film was chosen in the Best National Women Film category. The festival will take place in Kathmandu on January 30, 2027.
Festival Selection at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Festival | Nepal Cultural International Film Festival 2027 |
| Category | Best National Women Film |
| Submission date | September 14, 2026 |
| Tracking number | 2389 |
| Status | Selected (Judging Status) |
| Festival date | January 30, 2027 |
| Location | Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal |
The film was submitted through FilmFreeway, and the festival announced its result on October 7, 2026. This is an Official Selection, meaning the film has been chosen for inclusion in the festival program. Awards will be announced by the festival at its event.
It is a special achievement for one director to have two films selected at the same festival. Bishal Lohane's other film, "Katha Garibko," has also been selected, in the Best National Cultural Film category.
About the Film
The film explores the fear, courage, vulnerability, and resilience of ordinary people caught between opposing forces. At its heart is the strength of women who lived through one of the most difficult periods in Nepal's recent history.
Director's Vision
According to director Bishal Lohane, "Seti Didi" is a deeply personal and socially meaningful film for him. Rather than focusing only on the political or military aspects of the conflict, he wanted to look at that time through the eyes of an ordinary woman and her family. In times of conflict, innocent people are caught between forces they cannot control, and their homes, families, and daily lives can suddenly become places of fear and uncertainty.
He aimed to make the film intimate and realistic. The quiet village, the lonely house, and the tension between ordinary people and the conflict outside are used to create a sense of reality, not to glorify violence.
Analysis: What Makes the Film Stand Out
A large conflict seen from a small home. The film views a chapter of national history not from the battlefield but from inside one house. One night, one home, and two women. This narrow scope concentrates the tension and the emotion.
A woman's point of view. Seti Didi represents many women who faced severe hardship during the conflict. Her story is not only about survival. It is about courage, responsibility, fear, and the determination to protect one's family. This is what makes the film relevant to the women's category.
The power of a human story. The film is classified as Social, Drama, Historical, War / Conflict, and Human Interest. It remembers a difficult chapter of history through a human story rather than through politics.
Focused storytelling in a short runtime. At 12 minutes 23 seconds, the film holds its tension and emotion within a single night, which is a real challenge in short filmmaking.
Independent filmmaking at its core. Bishal Lohane wrote and directed the film and also handled the editing, voiceover, and poster and trailer design. It reflects the commitment and creativity of independent Nepali cinema working with limited resources.
Technical and Production Details
- Runtime: 12 minutes 23 seconds
- Language: Nepali
- Genres: Social, Drama, Historical, War / Conflict, Human Interest
- Format: Digital, color, 16:9
- Country of origin and filming: Nepal
- Digital Cinema Package (DCP): Available
- Writer, director, editor, voiceover, poster and trailer: Bishal Lohane
- Producer: Rimati Khorja Pun
- Co-producers: Thaman Singh Purja Pun, Ram Prasad Paudel
- Key cast: Sarita Bhandari (Saru) as Seti Didi, Thaman Singh Purja Pun as the Army Chief, Amrit Lamghade as the Maobadi Chief
- Camera: Kishan BC
- Background music: Pramod Pariyar
- Dubbing: Lal Bahadur Purja
- Production and distribution: Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. | Pratiphal Films (worldwide, all rights)
The Film's Journey
- December 24, 2021: Special Screening and Appreciation at the First Dhaulagiri Film Festival 2021, Kushma, Parbat.
- March 12, 2023: Nominated for Best Editor at the 2nd Social Media Award 2023, Kathmandu.
- June 10, 2023: Special Screening and Recognition at the Nepal Rural Film Festival (NERUFF) 2023, Bhakundebesi, Kavre.
- September 14, 2026: Submitted to the Nepal Cultural International Film Festival 2027.
- October 2026: Officially selected.
What began with local screenings has now reached a national-level festival.
About the Director
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What's Next
As the festival approaches, the director is coordinating with the organizers on screening details, technical requirements, and attendance. Updates, posters, and trailers will be shared through Ahuri Entertainment and Pratiphal Films.
For press and festival inquiries, please contact Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. through this website.
Sources: Seti Didi – FilmFreeway
Links
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt46046922/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
- FilmFreeway (Filmmaker Profile): https://filmfreeway.com/SetiDidi
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bishallohani
Websites
- Ahuri Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.: www.ahurientertainment.com.np
- Pratiphal Films(Youtube): www.youtube.com/PratiphalFilms
- Dhaulagiri Film Festival(blog): www.dhaulagirifilmfestival.blogspot.com
- Bishal Lohane (official): www.bishallohane.com.np
Contact
- Bishal Lohane: bishallohane@gmail.com or abishallohani@gmail.com
