Gopal Bhutani
Known For: Acting
Biography
Gopal Bhutani (1932–2010) was a pioneering Nepali action director, actor, and stunt coordinator who played a significant role in shaping action cinema in Nepal. He entered the Nepali film industry in 1975 as the country's first action director with the film Jiban Rekha, introducing professionally choreographed action sequences to Nepali cinema. He later directed action scenes for several notable films, including Kanchhi, Santaan, and Manko Baadh, helping establish action as an important element of Nepali filmmaking. In addition to his work behind the camera, Bhutani acted in more than three dozen Nepali films. His pioneering contributions earned him recognition as one of the founders of action filmmaking in Nepal.
Filmography
2011
- Acharya as Medal Buyer
2010
- Himmat ... (Art Direction)
- Gorkha Paltan
2001
- Pinjada ... (Art Direction)
1998
1997
- Allare
- Agni Pariksha ... (Art Direction)
1995
- Bhisham Pratigya ... (Art Direction)
- Pratiksha ... (Art Direction)
1994
- Jeevan Sangharsha ... (Art Direction)
- Aparadh
1993
1992
- Yoddha as Ashokan's trainer
1991
1988
- The Night Train to Kathmandu as Lootan
1987
- Santan ... (Action Director)
1986
- Samjhana ... (Action Director)
1985
- Ke Ghar Ke Dera ... (Action Director)
1982
- Jivan Rekha ... (Action Director)
1981
- Saajan Ki Saheli as Gopal Bhutani