Kusume Rumal

Movie Details:

Cast & Characters:

• Udit Narayan as Amar
• Tripti Nadakar as Suniti
• Bhuwan K.C. as Arjun
• Neer Shah
• Biswa Hingmang as Jetay

Storyline:

The film is a triangular love story about Amar (Udit Narayan) and Suniti (Tripti Nadakar) who are collegemates and lovers. When she returns to her hometown, she spends some time with Arjun (Bhuwan K.C.) who works at her house; without her knowledge; he falls for her. The rest of the story is about the conclusion of this love story when another classmate of Suniti’s college forcibly tries to marry her.

About Movie:

Kusume Rumal is a Nepali romantic film written and directed by Tulsi Ghimire. The film was produced by Sumitra Paudel under the banner of Sayapatri Films and features notable performances from Bhuwan K.C., Tripti Nadakar, Udit Narayan, and Neer Shah. This film is particularly significant as it marked the acting debut of Udit Narayan, who later became a renowned playback singer in Bollywood.

Kusume Rumal received critical acclaim for its engaging story, portrayal of class discrimination, and strong performances, particularly from Bhuwan K.C. The film became a major commercial success, breaking records at the box office and becoming the highest-grossing Nepali film of its time. It was the first Nepali film to celebrate its silver jubilee (25 weeks in theaters) and is often regarded as a classic in Nepali cinema.

The songs from the film were particularly well-received, with many becoming chartbusters. The music album is considered one of the best in Nepali cinema history.

The film’s success paved the way for more serious storytelling in Nepali cinema and influenced future filmmakers. In 2009, a sequel titled Kusume Rumal 2 was released, directed by Nirak Poudel, the son of the original producer. The sequel followed the second generation of characters from the original film, featuring Tripti Nadakar and Neer Shah in minor roles as a tribute to the original.

Overall, Kusume Rumal is celebrated for its memorable music, strong performances, and significant impact on Nepali cinema. It remains a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences today, marking an important chapter in the evolution of