Private Project

The Hidden Paradise

An exploration of the state of Sikkim, from its history that dwells around the fascinating Kingship to the rise of rebellious forces, from the dawn of democracy to the present day lifestyle.

  • Samten Bhutia
    Director
    Deciphering Me, Saadhe 7, Anaagat, Cha Cha Hui
  • National Film Development Corporation Ltd
    Producer
    Agantuk, Gandhi, Ankur, Salaam Bombay!, The Lunchbox, Qissa
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Shangrila
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 29 minutes 59 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    54,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    India
  • Country of Filming:
    India
  • Language:
    Other
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Samten Bhutia

Sikkimese filmmaker Samten Bhutia has been actively involved in the Nepalese film industry for over a decade. He is a filmmaker, screenwriter, cinematographer, editor and a former actor. His first film ‘Letter’ was well received in Nepal and India while ‘Taandro’ was screened at various national and international film festivals, including the Dhaka International film festival. Most recently, his directorial effort 'Tara: the Lost Star' was selected for market screening at the Cannes International Film Festival.

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