‘Lalibazar’ team heads to Surkhet & Nepalgunj for audience meet-and-greet tour
According to executive producer Pradeep Bhattarai, the team has been overwhelmed by the positive response from viewers since the film’s release.
KATHMANDU: The team behind the recently released film ‘Lalibazar’, which premiered nationwide on Baisakh 25 (May 8), is set to embark on a promotional tour across western Nepal, including Surkhet and Nepalgunj, to engage directly with audiences.
The tour will feature actress Swastima Khadka, actor Rabindra Singh Baniya, director Yam Thapa, and executive producer and writer Pradeep Bhattarai, who will begin their journey from Surkhet before continuing to other cities in the region.
According to executive producer Pradeep Bhattarai, the team has been overwhelmed by the positive response from viewers since the film’s release. He said they have already been interacting with audiences across the Kathmandu Valley and now aim to connect with viewers outside the capital.
“We are deeply grateful for the love we are receiving from audiences. Now we want to meet viewers in the regions and understand their feedback directly,” Bhattarai said, adding that the visit will help the team gain first-hand insights into audience reactions.
The promotional journey will begin in Surkhet and move through Nepalgunj and other cities, with surprise interactions planned for cinema-goers after screenings.
‘Lalibazar’ has been receiving strong word-of-mouth appreciation, with many viewers praising its emotional storyline centered on motherhood and the struggles of a single mother raising her daughter. Audience reactions have described the film as deeply moving, with many reportedly unable to hold back tears during screenings.
The film’s cast includes Swastima Khadka, Rabindra Singh Baniya, Samaira Thapa, Mukund Kumar Shrestha, Abhay Baral, Prem Pandey, Pradeep Dhakal, Aasha Paudel, Govinda Sunar, Abha Aryal, Tara Sharma, Ramesh Badi, Saraswati Adhikari, Janaki Kadayat, Nischal Panthi, and Birbal Chaudhary.
The film also marks the debut of actor Vishal Devkota and content creator Prashansa Subedi, who have both been praised by audiences for their performances. Vishal, known for his theatre background, plays the character “Narayan,” while Prashansa portrays Swastima Khadka’s on-screen daughter.
Director Yam Thapa noted that speculation surrounding the film would be clarified after watching it, adding that ‘Lalibazar’ is designed to be an enjoyable family experience.
Written and directed by Yam Thapa, the film’s screenplay and dialogues were jointly developed by Thapa and Pradeep Bhattarai. The film is produced by Max Dipesh Khatri and Rabindra Singh Baniya, with Bhattarai serving as executive producer.
