Kohinoor (2014 film)

Kohinoor (Nepali: कोहिनूर) is a 2014 Nepali action-drama film written and directed by Aakash Adhikari. It was produced by Shankar Shrestha, Chandra Prasad Shrestha, Shambhu Shrestha and Shweta Khadka under the banner of Nepa Movies Pvt. Ltd. The film features an ensemble cast including Late Shree Krishna Shrestha, Shweta Khadka, Mithila Sharma and Samrat Sapkota. The movie tells the story of a man who finds himself entangled in criminal underworld dealings while trying to stand up for justice and love. The blend of romance, patriotism, action, and sacrifice struck a deep emotional chord with audiences.

The film met with positive response from critics and audience with praise directed towards performance of lead actors, story, music and direction. Kohinoor was released just two days before the tragic death of its lead actor and producer, Shree Krishna Shrestha, on 10 August 2014 in India due to pneumonia and bone cancer. The film went on to become a national phenomenon, with people flocking to theatres in large numbers both to watch his final performance and to pay tribute to the late star. The emotional weight surrounding his passing, combined with the film’s strong storytelling, led to unprecedented box office success. The film released with an overwhelming response from the audiences as it witnessed an unprecedented success at the Nepal box office. Kohinoor broke several records at the box office as it became the first ever film in the history of Nepali cinema to amass NRS 10 Crore at the box office and became the Highest Grossing Nepali movie of all time until its record was broked by Chhakka Panja

Over the years, it has achieved a cult status and is regarded as one of the best Nepali films ever made and its song "Yespali ko Tiharai ramailo" is still a top choice of Nepalese functions and celebrations especially Tihar (Diwali).