Gopal Bhutani
- Known for
- Acting
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
Acharya 2011
as Medal Buyer
Gorkha Paltan 2010
Actor
Himmat 2010
Art Direction
Pinjada 2001
Art Direction
Papi 1999
Actor, Art Direction
Kanchha 1999
Actor, Art Direction
Paradeshi Kanchha 1999
Art Direction
Bahadur 1999
Actor, Art Direction
Saathi 1998
Actor
Allare 1997
Actor
Agni Pariksha 1997
Art Direction
Pratiksha 1995
Art Direction
Bhisham Pratigya 1995
Art Direction
Aparadh 1994
Actor
Jeevan Sangharsha 1994
Art Direction
Dui Thopa Aansu 1993
Actor
Yoddha 1992
as Ashokan's trainer
Yug Dekhi Yug Samma 1991
Actor, Action Director
Chino 1991
Actor
The Night Train to Kathmandu 1988
as Lootan
Santan 1987
Action Director
Samjhana 1986
Action Director
Ke Ghar Ke Dera 1985
Action Director
Kanchhi 1984
Actor, Action Director
Jivan Rekha 1982
Action Director
Saajan Ki Saheli 1980
as Gopal Bhutani
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