‘Gobar Ganesh’ crosses Rs 11M at box office

KATHMANDU: The Nepali film Gobar Ganesh, written and directed by popular comedian Marichman Shrestha, widely known as Balchhi Dhurbe, is enjoying an impressive run at the box office.

Released nationwide on Maghe Sankranti (Jan 15), the film has collected over Rs 11 million in gross revenue within its first nine days of release, according to box office figures up to Friday.

The film continues to draw encouraging audience turnout in its second week, driven largely by strong word of mouth and overwhelmingly positive audience feedback.

Viewership has been steadily increasing as more audiences respond to the film’s relatable storyline and emotional depth.

Following the growing buzz, cast members have been visiting various cinema halls to interact with viewers and gather direct reactions.

Most audiences exiting theatres have described Gobar Ganesh as “a story of our own home”, praising its realistic portrayal of the daily struggles, dreams, and compulsions of Nepal’s lower-middle-class families. Many viewers have been visibly moved by the film’s honest and heartfelt narrative.

Presented by Balchhi Dhurbe Films, the movie features performances by Marichman Shrestha, Barsha Siwakoti, Buddhi Tamang, Padam Tamang, Binod Neupane, Nirmal Sharma, Mao Tse Gurung, Sita Devi Timilsina, Pujan Ghimire (Puku), and Santosh Baniya, among others.

Previously celebrated on television for his iconic character Balchhi Dhurbe, Marichman Shrestha is now receiving praise for successfully establishing himself on the big screen as both director and lead actor.

Reflecting on the audience response, Shrestha said, “We tried to tell an honest story. When viewers leave the theatre saying, ‘This is my own story,’ that is the greatest award a filmmaker can receive. With this love from the audience, we are confident that the theatre turnout will continue to grow in the coming days.”