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Ramlal
Khadka

Creative Art Director

About me


Ramlal Khadka is widely regarded as the best production designer in Nepal, thanks to his exceptional creativity and keen eye for detail. With years of experience in the industry, Ramlal brings a unique blend of artistic vision and cultural understanding to each project. His ability to transform scripts into visually stunning realities is unmatched, as he meticulously researches and incorporates elements that resonate with Nepal’s rich heritage and diverse landscapes. Ramlal’s collaborative approach allows him to work seamlessly with directors and cinematographers, ensuring that every set not only enhances the story but also reflects the authenticity of the environment. Whether designing intricate interiors for films or expansive outdoor scenes, Ramlal consistently delivers captivating designs that elevate the overall cinematic experience, making him an invaluable asset to any production team.

Work Experience


SHAMBHALA

Production Designer • 2024
  • Berlinale Talent 2024
  • Berlinale Premiere 2024
  • Selection in Golden Horse Awards- Best Costume Design

FUTURE SELF SEASON 2

Production Assistant • 2024
  • Production Assistant

CRIME PATROL SERIES

Art Director • 2021
  • Senior Production Designer

WHEELS ON THE BUS

Production Designer, Art Director • 2021
  • Berlinale International Film Festival (Generation Section) Germany
  • Hamburg International Short Film Festival 
  • DocuFest, Kosovo 
  • Film Festival Della Lessinia, Italy 
  • Young Audience Film Festival Ale Kino, Poland

YET ANOTHER WINTER

Art Director • 2020
  • Official selected for World Premiere at Busan International Film Festival – Wide angle (Asian Short Film Competition), South Korea- 2021

JULUNGO (A SCARECROW)

Production Design, Line Producer • 2020
  • PRESIDENT’S SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD in the AFA-MPA film pitch competition, South Korea- 2018 
  • World premiered and officially selected at Busan International Film Festival – Wide angle (Asian Short Film Competition), South Korea- 2020
  • Best Short Film at Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF), Kathmandu, Nepal – 2021
  • Officially selected at Shorts Short International Film Festival, Japan – 2021
  • Jury Award at Nepal America Film Festival, Maryland, USA – 2021

NIRPHOOL

Art Assistant • 2020

BLACK GOAT

Art Director • 2018
  • Student Short Jury Award at Austin Film Festival, 2019
  • Grand Jury Prize – Special Mention at AFI Fest, Los Angeles, 2020
  • Best Short Film (Nominee) at Edinburgh International Film Festival, 2020
  • International Jury Award (Nominee) at Encounters International Film Festival, 2020
  • Student Award (Nominee) at Palm Springs International Short Fest, 2020

AMERICAN BOYS

Art Assistant • 2018

JAALGEDI

Production Manager • 2018
  • Best Short Film at Berlinale Generation Kplus Competition, Germany – 2018  
  • Best Short Film award at 58th Asia-Pacific Film Festival, Taiwan – 2018  
  • Official Selection in Busan International Film Festival, South Korea – 2017  
  • Best International Short Film at Nepal International Film Festival, Nepal – 2018  
  • Best Short Fiction Film at Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival, Nepal – 2017  
  • Jury award at Human Right International F. F., Nepal – Closing Film – 2018  
  • Nominated for NETPAC award at Ulju Mountain Film Festival, South Korea – 2018  
  • Official Selection at Zagreb Film Festival, Croatia – 2018  
  • Official Selection at Ekadeshma International Short Film Festival, Nepal – Closing Film- 2017  
  • Opening Film at Pokhara International Mountain Film Festival – 2018  
  • Official Selection at SIFFCY Film Festival, India – 2018 

KALO POTHI (The Black Hen)

Production Assistant • 2015
  • National Film Award of Nepal – Best Film, Best Screenplay – 2017 – Nepal’s Film Development Board, Nepal Government  
  • Official Entry from Nepal to Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film Category – 2016  
  • Selected in Venice Film Festival Critics Week, and won FEDORA Best Film Award – 2015  
  • Official Selection in more than 45 Film Festivals around the world, 2015 – 2017 and won 5 prizes  
  • Theatrical Release in various countries and huge box office success in Nepal 

Academic Profile


TRIBHUVAN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Business Studies

Skills and Abilities


Location Scouting, Profile Selection, Production Design, Location Manager, Local Coordinator

Contact Details


Mobile: +977 986-0860809
ramlal@threemm.com
Boudha, Kathmandu, Nepal