Chiso Ashtray
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| Directed by | Dinesh Palpali |
| Produced by | Maheshbabu Timalsina |
| Starring | Shristi Shrestha, Robin Tamang, Divya Dev, Nikun Shrestha, Nabin Lamsal, and Sushil Raj Pandey |
| Cinematography | Ujjal Bastakoti |
| Edited by | Ujjwal Dhakal |
Production companies | Kangaroo Creations and Local Cinema Production |
Release date |
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Running time | 130 minutes |
| Country | Nepal |
| Language | Nepali |
Chiso Ashtray (Nepali: चिसो एस्ट्रे, lit. 'Cold ashtray') is a 2022 Nepalese drama film directed by Dinesh Palpali.[2][3] Starring Shristi Shrestha, Robin Tamang, Divya Dev, Nikun Shrestha, Nabin Lamsal, and Sushil Raj Pandey, the film is based on Bhupi Sherchan's poem "Chiso Ashtray".[4] The film was released on 18 March 2022.[1]
Cast[edit]
- Divya Dev as Madan
- Nikun Shrestha as Rony
- Nabin Lamsal as Jacky
- Shristi Shrestha as Salinta
- Sushil Raj Pandey as Bikki Bheja
- Robin Tamang as Boby dai
- Evon Joshi as Albin aaty
- Rinex Basnet as Bhuwan Bhukka
Synopsis[edit]
Madan, an innocent villager, arrives in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal with dreams in his eyes, and a heart full of fire. He finds courage in the ruthless city through his mentor, his love, and friends. But, as a Taxi Driver, he is always made to feel inferior to the ultra-modern lifestyle of Kathmandu. The city’s people, culture, and politics always look down on him. In his desperation to fit in, he changes his attire, his lifestyle, and even makes new friends. This change however comes with dire consequences. Now, he is at a risk of losing his friends, his mentor, his love, and even his innocent soul.
Critical reception[edit]
Shranup Tandukar from The Kathmandu Post criticized the character development of the film. He has claimed the problem with the film is that "we do not feel for the lead character at any point in the film". He has praised the cinematography, costumes, and the sound, but has criticized the way the story was told and character was developed.[5]
Music[edit]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Dream Piracy" | Dinesh Palpali | Ajar Jangam | Ajar Jangam | 5:03 |
| 2. | "Baba Pashupati" | Dinesh Palpali | Ajar Jangam | Sabin Rai | 4:12 |
| 3. | "Chiso Ashtray" | Robin Tamang | Robin Tamang | Robin Tamang | 4:20 |
| 4. | "Still Dream" | Garima Gurung | Garima Gurung | Garima Gurung | 4:42 |
References[edit]
- ^ a b "Trailer of 'Chiso Ashtray' based on Bhupi Sherchan's poem released". myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com. nagariknetwork.com. Retrieved 27 February 2022.
- ^ "Chiso Ashtray (2078)". nmdb.film.gov.np. Film Development Board Nepal. Archived from the original on 30 November 2021. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
- ^ "'Chiso Ashtray' set to be released on May". myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com. My Republica. Retrieved 27 December 2021.
- ^ "यस्तो छ भूपि शेरचनको कवितामा बनेको 'चिसो एस्ट्रे'". www.lensnepal.com (in Nepali). Lensnepal.com. Retrieved 27 December 2021.
- ^ Tandukar, Shranup (22 March 2022). "'Chiso Ashtray' does everything except tell a satisfactory story". The Kathmandu Post. Archived from the original on 27 March 2022. Retrieved 24 July 2022.
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