Jaari

Directed by: Upendra Subba
Country: Nepal
Elsewhere: IMDb

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A social drama centered on the Limbu community of Nepal, specifically their historical Jaari tradition. The story follows characters navigating this cultural practice.

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What happens

Jaari (Nepali: जारी) is a 2023 Nepali social drama film written and directed by Upendra Subba, marking his directorial debut. The film is produced by Ram Babu Gurung under the banner of Baasuri Films. The film stars Dayahang Rai, Miruna Lisara Magar, Prem Subba, Bijay Baral, Roydeep Shrestha, Anil Subba, and Rekha Limbu. The film is based on Limbu community and their Jaari tradition, which was historically one of the most significant part of their culture; the Jaari tradition was also relevant in many other communities of Nepal. The story continues in the sequel Jaari 2. Released on 14 April 2023 in cinemas worldwide, the film received critical acclaim, with praise directed towards debutant director Subba's work, the story and overall presentation. It was lauded as a mirror of Limbu culture, showcasing traditional elements like Palam dance and Chyabrung music. The film was a record breaking blockbuster at the box office and enjoyed more than 100 days run in the theatres all over Nepal. At the end of its run, it became one of the highest-grossing films in Nepal of all time. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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