Nabin Subba

Nabin Subba (Limbu) (born 14 December 1967) is a Nepalese film director, screenwriter and producer. He started out from writing and directing award winning plays. He then started writing screenplays and since then he has written, directed and produced 16 films. He emerged as a prominent Nepalese director in 2002 with his highly praised feature film "Numafung," establishing himself as a leading figure in the industry. His subsequent works, including the 52 episode TV series "Dalan" about Dalits (the untouchables in Nepal) which he completed in 2006 and which aired from NTV 2008/2009. The TV serial was one of the most popular serial in the history of Nepal television, and was nominated for One world media trust, UK for outstanding work on social issue in developing countries. His third feature film "Goodbye Kathmandu," solidified his reputation as an auteur. Known for his focus on the Nepalese indigenous community, Nabin Subba is recognized as one of the pioneer of the independent film movement in Nepalese cinema. Additionally, he has dedicated considerable time to nurturing emerging talents. He is among the first Nepali filmmakers to participate in international film festivals as his debut film “Khangri'” (1996) won special mention at the Trento International Mountain Film Festival, Italy followed by prize of the jury at Propad International Film Festival, Austria and official selection at Telluride International Mountain Film Festival 1997. Now he returns with his first feature film in seven years, A Road to a Village starring Dayahang Rai, Pashupati Rai & Prasan Rai. The film is said to be about the change in father son relation brought by a newly built road in remote eastern Himalayas of Nepal.

“Subba is known as a filmmaker who is committed to bringing the Nepal that Nepalese know to the screen.” - David D’Arcy, ScreenDaily.com

Career
Subba started his career by directing plays for theatre, winning the Best Play of the Year from Royal Nepal Academy in 1988.

He also enjoyed a parallel career in journalism and worked as a correspondent for the weekly Nepali Awaj (1989-1992), the daily Nepali Patra (1992-1994) and Deshanter Weekly (1994-1997). He also worked as the editor of the monthly Rup Rang Entertainment (1994-1995) and Nepathya, a theater magazine in 1995. He continues to contribute articles to various newspapers and magazines.

Early work

 * Khangri (The Mountain)
 * Numafung
 * Goodbye Kathmandu

TV series

 * Tareba - He wrote and directed this tele-film for Nepal Television, based on Limbu culture.
 * Dalan
 * Singha Durbar Season 2