April 29, 2026 
Kathmandu: Aviral Pratap Adhikari, the youngest actor in the upcoming Nepali film Ek Muthi Badal, says the movie has fulfilled his dream of becoming an actor. He was not only the youngest cast member but also the youngest member of the entire shooting unit.
Aviral first auditioned for the role at the age of 17. However, he got the opportunity to join the film only after a second audition five years later.
He shared that he boarded an airplane for the first time while traveling to Pokhara for the film’s shoot, calling the experience unforgettable.
Aviral comes from an artistic family background. He is the grandson of renowned poet and lyricist Kshetrapratap Adhikari and the son of program director and commentator Amanpratap Adhikari.
Written and directed by Sahara Sharma, Ek Muthi Badal is set to release on May 14 (Jestha 1). The film stars Nisha Sharma, Shekhar Chapagain, Aanchal Sharma, Usha Rajak, Manish Niroula, and others.
