Balidan (2025 film)

Balidan
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Directed by	Santosh Sen
Written by	Darshan Ji
Starring	Samir Bhatt; Saugat Malla; Richa Sharma
Music by	Sujan Chapagain
Release date
Country	Nepal
Language	Nepali
Genre
Box office

Balidan is a 2025 Nepali political-action drama film directed by Santosh Sen. It stars Samir Bhatt as a fearless rebel who rises against a corrupt system to fight for justice, alongside Saugat Malla, Reecha Sharma, and Arpan Thapa.

Synopsis

The film follows Aarav, a young activist whose discovery of his grandfather’s revolutionary past ignites a personal journey of resistance. As he confronts systemic injustice, the story unfolds as a blend of personal sacrifice and national awakening.

Themes

Resistance against authoritarian rule
Civic duty and political awakening
Family legacy and generational trauma
Patriotism and personal sacrifice

Production

Filming took place in Kathmandu and surrounding districts. The visual style emphasizes realism, archival textures, and editorial framing. The film is distributed by Nepal Film Hub and screened at major cinemas across Nepal.

Soundtrack

The score blends traditional Nepali instruments with ambient soundscapes to evoke emotional depth and urgency. Music plays a central role in reinforcing the film’s themes of memory and resistance.

Reception

Early screenings have drawn attention for the film’s emotional intensity and political relevance. It has been described as a “saga of vengeance written in blood and tears” and “the eternal heartbeat of every Nepali who loves their motherland”.

Trivia

The title Balidan pays homage to the 1997 film of the same name, though this version is a standalone narrative.
The film incorporates real historical footage from Nepal’s democratic movements.
Tickets are required for children above 3 feet in height at select theaters.

Sources

Infinity Movies
Balidan (2025) – Infinity Movies

Suvakamanacinema
Balidan – Suvakamanacine

Big Movies
Balidan – Big Movies