Binod Poudel

Binod Poudel is a Nepali film producer and founder of Seven Seas Cinema, best known for producing Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi (2024), one of the highest-grossing films in Nepali cinema. His productions are noted for portraying the stories of marginalized communities and have received both critical and commercial acclaim.

Career

Binod Poudel co-produced Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi alongside Ramesh Chaulagain under the banner of Seven Seas Cinema. Directed by Saroj Poudel and written by Mahesh Dawadi, the film portrays the struggles of a father from the Gandharva community who dreams of educating his son. Released during Tihar on 31 October 2024, the film became one of the biggest hits in recent years.[1]

  • Abhimanyu Chapter 1 – a feature film inspired by themes of courage and sacrifice.[2]

Following the film’s success, Binod Poudel announced several projects including

  • Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi 2 – a sequel focusing on maternal sacrifice.[3]
  • Roll No. 1 – an upcoming youth drama directed by John Yojan.[4]

Filmography

Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi became one of the highest-grossing Nepali films of all time and was praised for its portrayal of Gandharva culture and social realism.[5]

Awards and nominations

|- | 2081 | National Film Awards (Nepal) | Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi | Best Actor | Won | [6] |- | 2082 | International Nepali Film Awards | Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi | Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male) | Won | [7] |- | 2082 | International Nepali Film Awards | Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi | Best Commercial Film | Won | [8]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi emerges as one of the biggest blockbusters of 2024". The Kathmandu Post. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
  2. ^ "Binod Poudel announces Abhimanyu Chapter 1". Online Khabar. 2025-01-10. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
  3. ^ "Seven Seas Cinema reveals sequel to Purna Bahadur Ko Sarangi". Setopati. 2025-01-11. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
  4. ^ "Seven Seas Cinema set for new project Roll No. 1". Mero Picture. 2025-01-10. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
  5. ^ "Binod Poudel's inspiring journey in Nepali cinema". Nepal360 News. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
  6. ^ National Film Award winners
  7. ^ "Purna Bahadurko Sarangi Awards & Nominations". The Film Nepal. Retrieved February 8, 2026.
  8. ^ INFA Winners
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