The 2025 Himalayan Rim Regional Film Exhibition recently wrapped up in Kathmandu, Nepal (Dec 14–21), bringing a fresh wave of Chinese mainland cinema and digital innovation to young Nepalese students. 🎥🇨🇳🇳🇵
Organizers from the Chinese mainland showcased the integration of traditional culture and modern digital tech, lighting up screens and sparking curiosity among local film buffs. 💡
Highlights included vibrant animated film screenings and hands-on workshops, giving participants a behind-the-scenes look at how films come to life. 🎨📽️
According to Kundan Aryal, head of the Central Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at Tribhuvan University, these sessions offered local artists and cinephiles a valuable chance to engage directly with the Chinese mainland film industry, leaving attendees inspired and eager for more cross-cultural collaboration.
As the Himalayan Rim exhibition wraps up, participants are already looking forward to next year's edition, hoping to see even more innovative blends of culture, creativity, and cutting-edge tech. ✨🌏
For aspiring filmmakers and creatives, the festival underscored the power of storytelling in bridging cultures and sparking fresh ideas across borders. 🚀
Reference(s):
Chinese film exhibition in Nepal: A bridge of culture and innovation
cgtn.com
