New Delhi: Renowned Nepali producer, director, writer, and actor Neer Bikram Thapa was honoured at a special ceremony hosted at the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi during his visit to India. The event brought together distinguished personalities from the fields of diplomacy, cinema, theatre, and culture to celebrate his remarkable contribution to the creative arts.
The felicitation ceremony was attended by Dr. Surendra Thapa, Chittaranjan Tripathy, and Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chair of the Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Chair for Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum said, “It is a privilege to honour Neer Bikram Thapa, whose outstanding work as a producer, director, writer, and actor has significantly enriched Nepali cinema. Such interactions strengthen the cultural bridge between India and Nepal and open new avenues for collaboration in films, theatre, media, and education. We look forward to working together on many meaningful initiatives that will further enhance the long-standing friendship between our two nations.”
Dr. Surendra Thapa, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Nepal, appreciated Neer Bikram Thapa’s contribution to the creative industry and emphasized the importance of cultural diplomacy in bringing the people of India and Nepal closer. He noted that artists and filmmakers play a vital role in preserving shared heritage and promoting mutual understanding between the two neighbouring countries.
Chittaranjan Tripathy, Director of the National School of Drama, congratulated Neer Bikram Thapa on his achievements and highlighted the immense power of cinema and theatre in connecting societies beyond geographical boundaries. He expressed confidence that greater collaboration between Indian and Nepali artists would create new opportunities for cultural exchange and artistic excellence.
Expressing his gratitude, Neer Bikram Thapa said, “I am deeply honoured to receive this recognition at the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi. I sincerely thank the Embassy, Dr. Surendra Thapa, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, and Chittaranjan Tripathy for this warm gesture. India and Nepal share deep cultural and artistic ties, and I look forward to developing more collaborative projects that celebrate our shared heritage and strengthen the friendship between our creative communities.”
The ceremony concluded with a renewed commitment to expanding cultural cooperation between India and Nepal through cinema, theatre, media, and the performing arts, further reinforcing the enduring bonds of friendship between the two nations.
