Himalaya_
As the denizens of a Tibetan village prepare for their arduous annual trek to exchange salt for grain, the community's allegiances are split between aging chieftain Tinle (Thilen Lhondup) and rebellious young Karma (Gurgon Kyap). Tinle tries to maintain his clout and preserve obedience to ancient customs when Karma challenges the old man's power.
Starring
Thilen Lhondup, Gurgon Kyap, Lhakpa Tsamchoe
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Himalaya was released 27 years ago in 1999.
Overview
As the denizens of a Tibetan village prepare for their arduous annual trek to exchange salt for grain, the community's allegiances are split between aging ch...
Himalaya is a Adventure, Drama film with a runtime of 1h 48m.
CAST (17)
TL
Thilen Lhondup
Tinle
Gurgon Kyap
Karma
Lhakpa Tsamchoe
Pema
KT
Karma Tensing
Norbou / Urgien
KW
Karma Wangel
Passang
LT
Labrang Tundup
Labrang
JK
Jampa Kalsang Tamang
Jampa
Tsering Dorjee
Rabkie
RG
Rapke Gurung
Tundup
PB
Pemba Bika
Tensing
KC
Karma Chhewang
Meme / Paljor
TC
Tenzen Charka
Chopga
Y
Yangzom
Dawa
GG
Gyalsen Gurung
Chewan
PB
Phuti Bika
Deld
SG
Sangmo Gurung
Angmo
KA
Karma Angbo Gurung
Karma's father
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
108 min (1h 48m)
Country
France, NP, CH, United Kingdom
Rating
7.4/10 (91 votes)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Himalaya about?
As the denizens of a Tibetan village prepare for their arduous annual trek to exchange salt for grain, the community's allegiances are split between aging chieftain Tinle (Thilen Lhondup) and rebellious young Karma (Gurgon Kyap). Tinle tries to maintain his clout and preserve obedience to ancient customs when Karma challenges the old man's power.
How long is Himalaya?
Himalaya has a runtime of 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Who stars in Himalaya?
The cast of Himalaya includes Thilen Lhondup, Gurgon Kyap, Lhakpa Tsamchoe, Karma Tensing, Karma Wangel.
What is the rating of Himalaya?
Himalaya has a rating of 7.4 out of 10 based on 91 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Adventure
Drama