A Brief History of Nepali Cinema The Nepali film industry, colloquially known as “Kollywood” (a portmanteau of Kathmandu and Hollywood), has a rich history dating back to the mid-20th century. The industry’s birth is marked by the release of “Aama” in 1964, the first Nepali-language film. Directed by Hira Singh Khatri, “Aama” set the stage […]