Yubaraj Khatri is a prominent figure in the Nepali film industry, known for his roles as an actor, director, editor, and cinematographer. He was born on September 24, 1986, in Tripurasundari-3, Dhuskun, Sindhupalchok district of Northeast Nepal.
Career Highlights:
Film Directing: Khatri made his directorial debut with the film Ni Thangmi Paali, notable for being the first film in Nepali history to be made in the Thami cultural language. His filmography includes titles such as Mero School (2010), Dokhang (2011), Hamro Gau (2012), Tender (2013), Network (2014), Hyula Dusman (2018), The Cross Road (2019), and Ukhan (2023).
Music Videos: He has directed over 1000 music videos and contributed his cinematography and editing skills to various projects.
Television and Documentaries: His series have been broadcast on national TV channels, and his documentaries are well-regarded in Nepali society.
Achievements:
Awards: Khatri has received numerous awards, including the ‘Sagarmatha Music Award’ in 2075 B.S. (2018/19 AD). His short film Duran (Bridal Homecoming) won the Special Mention Award at the Kollywood International Film Festival in 2024 and has been nominated for an award at the Third Eye Nepali Film Festival in London in 2024.
Current Work:
Nepali Serial: He is currently writing and directing the ongoing Nepali serial Kutumba.
Khatri continues to be dedicated to promoting and preserving Nepali music and culture through his various creative endeavors.