Abhishek Khadka and Aakriti Rajbhandari in a scene from the first song ‘Kata Chau Mero Phool’ from the movie Kumari.
Kumari has officially stepped into the spotlight. Director Dinesh Raut has released the film’s first song ‘Kata Chau Mero Phool’, giving audiences a first video of the romantic drama. Along with the song release, the film production team announced its release date; a date placed just week before Valentine’s Day, clearly aimed at young viewers and love-story fans.
The song is already turning into an attraction. It was first performed live during a grand announcement of the film event, where thousands gathered to witness the introduction of Raut’s new film. The song, sung by Kehar Singh Limbu with his band ‘Kehar and the Lunga’, immediately caught attention online. Within hours of release, it began trending on YouTube and TikTok, especially among Gen-G listeners who have embraced the tune’s soft melody and modern feel.
Kumari marks the lead-role debut of Abhishek Khadka and Aakriti Rajbhandari, a fresh pairing that has sparked curiosity since the posters released and shared online. The film also features Ghanshyam Joshi, Sunita Shrestha, Akanksha Karki, Madhu Khadka, Sanam Shrestha, Saku Shah, Saroj Lamichhane, Manisha Sharma and others in supporting roles.
Director Dinesh Raut known for his romantic hits films like ‘November Rain’ and ‘Classic’, had recently shifted towards films covering social issues. With Kumari, he says he is reconnecting with the kind of emotional storytelling audiences have long loved from him. The project was planned years ago, even before his recent film ‘Pujaar Sarki’, but only moved into full production now.
The film carries four original songs, all sung by Kehar Singh Limbu. Music is composed by Limbu along with Suman Tamang and Prashant Siwakoti, while the lyrics are penned by Sagar Lamichhane Magar, Suman Tamang and Yubaraj Kafle. The story is written by Vikas Subedi, and cinematography by Susan Prajapati.
Kumari is produced by Mahendra Adhikari with support by Binish Entertainment and Picture Frame, Kedar Bhusal serves as executive producer.
On the distribution front, Center Motion Pictures handles the digital release. DCN will manage theatrical distribution inside the Kathmandu Valley, while Kuber Cine Distribution takes charge outside the valley.
The film’s visual identity is crafted by production designer Ashika Sharma, costume designer Anjali Rijal, and chief assistant director Dinesh Bahadur Rawat. Editing and color grading are handled by Supreme Parajuli, with sound design by Uttam Neupane. The choreography team includes Kiran Thapa and Shishir Khati, and publicity design is done by Royal Bhimsen (Trident Concept).
The film will hit the big screens nationwide on February 6, 2026 (Magh 23 2082).
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