January 10, 2026 
Kathmandu — Gobar Ganesh, directed by and starring Marichman Shrestha, popularly known as Balchhi Dhurbe, has emerged as one of the most talked-about Nepali films ahead of its release. The film has been gaining strong momentum following the massive response to its recently released trailer.
As part of the promotional campaign, Balchhi Dhurbe has been meeting veteran figures of the Nepali film industry to share details about the film and seek their blessings. He has interacted with legendary actor Rajesh Hamal, senior artists Madan Krishna Shrestha and Nir Shah, popular actor Deepak Raj Giri, and director Deepa Shree Niraula, among others.
During these meetings, the senior artists praised Balchhi Dhurbe’s dedication, honesty, and hard work. They described his journey from television to becoming a lead actor and director in cinema as inspiring, extending their best wishes for the success of Gobar Ganesh. The encouragement from industry veterans has further boosted the morale of the film’s production team.
Released a week ago, the trailer of Gobar Ganesh has already crossed nearly 3 million views on YouTube and is currently trending at number one. Blending social themes with comedy and emotional elements, the film has generated strong curiosity among audiences.
Presented by Balchhi Dhurbe Films, Gobar Ganesh is set to hit cinemas nationwide on Magh 1, coinciding with the festival of Maghe Sankranti.
