Harishchandra_
Harishchandra is a 1951 Indian Nepali-language film based on the story of the legendary king Harischandra from Hindu mythology. This is credited as the first Nepali language film and is considered lost.
Starring
Prem Najir, Chandra Kanta, Sheila Devi
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Harishchandra was released 75 years ago in 1951.
Overview
Harishchandra is a 1951 Indian Nepali-language film based on the story of the legendary king Harischandra from Hindu mythology. This is credited as the firs...
CAST (15)
PN
Prem Najir
Harishchandra
CK
Chandra Kanta
Taramati
SD
Sheila Devi
Menaka
BB
B. B. Pariyar
Rishi Vishwamitra
RM
Rosy Mary
N
Nandalal
BB
Bal Bahadur Syando
PR
Peter Rai
SD
Sagar Dutta Koirala
DS
Dornath Sharma
DS
Dilu Singh Kshetri
RD
Ranu Devi
MD
Manu Devi
HB
Harka Bahadur
DS
Dambar Singh Tamang
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Release
Status
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Harishchandra about?
Harishchandra is a 1951 Indian Nepali-language film based on the story of the legendary king Harischandra from Hindu mythology. This is credited as the first Nepali language film and is considered lost.
Who stars in Harishchandra?
The cast of Harishchandra includes Prem Najir, Chandra Kanta, Sheila Devi, B. B. Pariyar, Rosy Mary.