In ‘some things in the belly’, artists try to understand mothers beyond their roles, through letters, moving images, films, poetry, and installations.

For long, it was thought a superstar was key to the success of a Nepali film. 2024 changed that perception.

Swoyam Maskey Manandhar’s directorial debut ‘The Bull, the Cow and the Calf’ is anchored around two families of high and low classes.

‘The Red Suitcase’, a poignant political allegory echoing the woes of Nepali youths, explores themes of loss, migration and hope.

The documentary ‘No Winter Holidays’ is a sneak peek into the life, or lack thereof, in Dhorpatan as villagers migrate to the lowlands.

Private tutoring needlessly burdens young students. But banning it is not an option.

Smriti Ravindra’s debut novel explores a woman’s tumultuous journey between her inner self and an outer world in search of a home.

Buddhisagar’s third novel follows the life of Siri, a migrant trying to find his footing in the Valley.

‘Content Advisory’, a play on gender-based violence, explores the real life stories of violence and harassment faced by students in and around a university campus.