13 Most Expensive Nepali Movies Ever Made
Nepali cinema has come a long way since its inception in the 1950s. Over the years, the industry has produced some of the most iconic films that have captured the hearts of audiences both in Nepal and around the world. While the Nepali film industry may not be as well-known as its counterparts in Bollywood or Hollywood, it has certainly made its mark with some of the highest budgeted movies ever made.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the 13 most expensive Nepali movies ever made. From epic historical dramas to romantic comedies, these films have pushed the boundaries of Nepali cinema and set new standards for quality and production value. Join us as we explore the world of Nepali cinema and discover the films that have made history in the industry. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Nepali movies or simply curious about the industry, this article is sure to provide you with a fascinating insight into the world of Nepali cinema.
List of Most Expensive Nepali Movies Ever Made
| Rank | Title | Year | Budget | Director | Star Cast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prem Geet 3 (प्रेम गीत ३) | 2022 | रु 4.0 Crore ($406k) | Chhetan Gurung, Santosh Sen | Pradeep Khadka, Kristina Gurung, Shiva Shrestha, Sunil Thapa |
| 2 | Kri (कृ) | 2018 | रु 3.5 Crore ($268k) | Surendra Poudel | Aditi Budhathoki, Anmol K.C., Anoop Bikram Shahi, Kameshwor Chaurasiya, Raju Pal |
| 3.1 | Kabaddi 4: The Final Match (कबड्डी ४: द फाइनल म्याच) | 2022 | रु 3.0 Crore ($228k) | Ram Babu Gurung | Dayahang Rai, Saugat Malla, Miruna Magar, Buddhi Tamang , Bijay Baral |
| 3.2 | Chhakka Panja 4 (छक्का पन्जा ४) | 2023 | रु 3.0 Crore ($228k) | Hem Raj BC | Deepak Raj Giri, Benisha Hamal, Kedar Ghimire, Neer Shah, Nirmal Sharma, Buddhi Tamang, Deepa Shree Niraula, Raj Acharya, Prem Pandey |
| 4 | Senti Virus (सेन्टी भाइरस) | 2020 | रु 2.8 Crore ($214k) | Ram Babu Gurung | Sitaram Kattel, Kunjana Ghimire, Dayahang Rai, Wilson Bikram Rai, Buddhi Tamang, Rajaram Poudel |
| 5.1 | Intu Mintu Londonma (इन्टु मिन्टु लन्डनमा) | 2018 | रु 2.5 Crore ($191k) | Renasha Bantawa Rai | Samragyee R.L. Shah, Dhiraj Magar, Saruk Tamrakar |
| 5.2 | Kabaddi Kabaddi Kabaddi (कबड्डी कबड्डी कबड्डी) | 2019 | रु 2.5 Crore ($191k) | Ram Babu Gurung | Dayahang Rai, Upasana Singh Thakuri, Rishma Gurung, Karma, Wilson Bikram Rai, Buddhi Tamang, Bijay Baral |
| 5.3 | Prakash (प्रकाश) | 2022 | रु 2.5 Crore ($191k) | Dinesh Raut | Pradeep Khadka, Deeya Maskey |
| 5.4 | Mahajatra | 2024 | रु 2.5 Crore | Pradip Bhattarai | Hari Bansha Acharya, Bipin Karki, Rabindra Singh Baniya, Rabindra Jha, Barsha Raut |
| 6 | Happy Days (ह्याप्पी डेज) | 2018 | रु 2.3 Crore ($176k) | Milan Chams | Dayahang Rai, Priyanka Karki |
| 7 | Love Station (लभ स्टेशन) | 2019 | रु 2.2 Crore ($160k) | Ujwal Ghimire | Pradeep Khadka, Jassita Gurung |
| 8.1 | Chhakka Panja 3 (छक्का पन्जा ३) | 2018 | रु 2 Crore ($153k) | Deepa Shree Niraula | Sudip Dhakal, Kedar Ghimire, Jeetu Nepal, Deepika Prasain |
| 8.2 | Lily Bily (लिली बिली) | 2018 | रु 2 Crore ($153k) | Milan Chams | Pradeep Khadka, Priyanka Karki, Jassita Gurung, Anoop Bikram Shahi |
| 8.3 | A Mero Hajur 3 (ए मेरो हजुर ३) | 2019 | रु 2 Crore ($153k) | Jharana Thapa | Anmol K.C.Suhana Thapa, Salon Basnet, Arpan Thapa, Rabindra Jha |
| 9 | Loot 2 (लुट २) | 2017 | रु 1.6 Crore ($122k) | Nischal Basnet | Saugat Malla, Dayahang Rai, Karma Shakya, Bipin Karki, Praween Khatiwada, Reecha Sharma, Alisha Rai |
| 10.1 | A Mero Hajur 4 (ए मेरो हजुर ४) | 2022 | रु 1.5 Crore ($114k) | Jharana Thapa | Anmol KC, Suhana Thapa, Salon Basnet |
| 10.2 | Chha Maya Chhapakkai (छमाया छपक्कै) | 2019 | रु 1.5 Crore ($114k) | Dipendra Lama | Deepak Raj Giri, Keki Adhikari, Kedar Ghimire, Jeetu Nepal, Prakash Ghimire |
| 11 | Shatru Gate (शत्रु गते) | 2018 | रु 1.3 Crore ($99.5k) | Pradip Bhattarai | Hari Bansha Acharya, Deepak Raj Giri, Priyanka Karki, Deepa Shree Niraula, Madan Krishna Shrestha, Paul Shah, Aanchal Sharma |
| 12 | Gajalu (गाँजलु) | 2016 | रु 1.0 Crore ($76.5k) | Hem Raj BC | Shristi Shrestha, Anmol K.C. |
| 13 | Pashupati Prasad (पशुपति प्रसाद) | 2016 | रु 90 Lakh ($69.6k) | Dipendra K Khanal | Khagendra Lamichhane, Barsha Siwakoti, Bipin Karki, Rabindra Singh Baniya, Sushil Pandey |
FAQs
What is the most expensive Nepali movie?
Prem Geet 3 is made on a budget of NRs. 4 crore, making it one of the most expensive Nepali film. It is the first Indo-Nepali film; the first film to be released in both Nepali and Hindi simultaneously.
What is the highest-grossing Nepali film of all time?
Ram Babu Gurung’s ‘Kabadi 4: The Final Match’ is the highest-grossing Nepali film with gross of रु 22.73 crore.
Which is highest budget film in Nepal?
Prem Geet 3 was the all-time highest-budget movie in Nepal with a production value of almost रु 4.0 Crore ($406k).
