Gauthali
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| Directed by | Dr. Kapil Rijal |
| Screenplay by | Dr. Kapil Rijal |
| Story by | Dr. Bhola Rijal |
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| Cinematography | Hari Humagain |
| Edited by | Milan Shrestha |
| Music by | Alish Karki |
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Running time | 140 minutes[1] |
| Country | Nepal |
| Language | Nepali |
| Budget | est.रू2 crore (US$130,000) |
| Box office | est.रू13.64 crore (US$890,000)[2] |
Gauthali (Nepali: गौंथली) is a 2026 Nepalese social drama film written and directed by Dr. Kapil Rijal, based on a story by Dr. Bhola Rijal. Produced under the banners of Bhola Rijal Production and Suman Giri Production, the film stars Arun Chhetri and Simran Khadka in the lead roles, alongside an ensemble cast including Madan Krishna Shrestha, Prakash Ghimire, Loonibha Tuladhar, and Rabindra Jha.[3][4]
The film explores the social dynamics and emotional hurdles faced by an unconventional couple, highlighting themes of marriage, mental and behavioral health challenges, and the transformative power of education within a family structure. It was released theatrically across Nepal on July 17, 2026.[5]
Synopsis
[edit]Gauthali, a word symbolic of home, family, and domestic closeness, centers on an unconventional and challenging marriage. The plot revolves around a young man dealing with behavioral health issues and a young woman who is thrust into marriage despite her strong aspirations to pursue her education. The narrative follows their post-marital life as they navigate personal shortcomings, family pressures, and societal expectations, ultimately demonstrating how education and mutual empathy can help overcome complex domestic hurdles.[6]
Cast
[edit]- Arun Chhetri as Thule
- Simran Khadka as Gauthali
- Madan Krishna Shrestha
- Prakash Ghimire
- Loonibha Tuladhar
- Rabindra Jha
- Ishwori Baral
- Sanjok Rasaili
- Sita Devi Timilsina
Soundtrack
[edit]The film's soundtrack features songs composed by Shambhujeet Baskota, Thaneshwor Gautam, and Prashant Siwakoti, with the film's background score composed by Alish Karki.[7]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Aakha Bhari Aansu" | Bhola Rijal | Thaneshwor Gautam, Shanti Shree Pariyar | 4:59 |
| 2. | "Sapana Harayo" | Prashant Siwakoti | Prashant Siwakoti, Shanti Shree Pariyar | 4:23 |
Box office
[edit]Despite a modest opening day, the film quickly received the positive word of mouth to gross रू7.42 crore in just 10 days in Nepal.[8] The film minted रू13.64 crore after third weekend to become the highest grossing film of the year.[9]
References
[edit]- ↑ "Gauthali (12A)". Irish Film Classification Office. 4 August 2026. Retrieved 4 August 2026.
- ↑ "Film Development Board | साप्ताहिक स्वदेशी चलचित्रको बक्स अफिस रिपोर्ट – मिति २०८३ श्रावण १७ गते आइतबार , ११ः५९ राति सम्मको आधिकारिक बक्स अफिस रिपोर्ट सिनेपाः@ बक्सअफिस कलेक्सन". film.gov.np. Retrieved 2026-08-03.
- ↑ "चलचित्र 'गौथली'काे कथा के हाे ?". Kendrabindu. Retrieved 2026-07-31.
- ↑ "शाे बढाउँदै चलचित्र 'गौँथली'". www.ratopati.com (in Nepali). Retrieved 2026-07-31.
- ↑ "'गौंथली' र हलिउडको 'द ओडिसी' हलमा लागे". Online Khabar. Retrieved 2026-07-31.
- ↑ "New movie 'Gauthali' explores social challenges and triumph of an unusual couple". Nepal News. Retrieved 2026-07-31.
- ↑ डटकम, ठुलोपर्दा (2026-04-28). "पुरानै विरासत बोकेर नयाँ स्वरूपमा आउँदै 'गौथली', प्रदर्शन मिति साउन १ लाई तय". Film, Music and Entertainment News Portal From Nepal. Retrieved 2026-07-31.
- ↑ "'गौंथली' को आक्रामक व्यापार, १० दिनमै कमायो ७ करोड ४२ लाख" (in Nepali). Retrieved 2026-07-31.
- ↑ "Film Development Board | साप्ताहिक स्वदेशी चलचित्रको बक्स अफिस रिपोर्ट – मिति २०८३ श्रावण १७ गते आइतबार , ११ः५९ राति सम्मको आधिकारिक बक्स अफिस रिपोर्ट सिनेपाः@ बक्सअफिस कलेक्सन". film.gov.np. Retrieved 2026-08-03.