Kathmandu: Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, has stated that a bill aimed at amending and integrating laws related to the film industry will address the existing challenges in the industry. Speaking at a program today, the Minister noted that the current law governing motion pictures is based on an Act from 2026 BS (1969), despite significant changes in the industry since then. The new bill is designed to bridge this gap and further promote this sector.
According to National News Agency Nepal, Minister Gurung also highlighted that film production in Nepal began in 2022 BS, and numerous developments have since been awaited to further promote the industry. On the same occasion, it was announced that an advanced film studio will be established on a 42-ropani of land, with an investment of Rs 3.7 million in Banepa of Kavrepalanchowk.