Santosh Sen
| Santosh Sen | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 29, 1985 Putalibazar, Syangja, Nepal |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Nepali |
| 💼 Occupation | Film producer, director |
| 📆 Years active | 2015–present |
| 🏢 Organization | Aasusen Films |
| Known for | Prem Geet film series |
Santosh Sen (born 29 September 1985) is a Nepali film producer and director. He is known for producing several successful Nepali films, most notably the Prem Geet series, and is the founder of Aasusen Films.[1]
Early life
Sen was born in Putalibazar Municipality, Syangja District, Nepal. His father is Gupta Bahadur Sen and his mother is Yam Kumari Sen. He studied up to class 11 before moving to India for army training, which he left after nine months. He later worked abroad before returning to Nepal to pursue a career in filmmaking.[2]
Career
Sen began his film career as a producer with the 2015 film Chankhe Sankhe Pankhe. His breakthrough came in 2016 with Prem Geet, a romantic musical drama that became a commercial success in Nepal.[3] He followed it with Prem Geet 2 (2017) and Prem Geet 3 (2022), the latter being released simultaneously in Nepal and India with a Hindi dub.[4]
In 2018, he produced Meri Mamu, a family drama film that explored emotional themes and received mixed reviews.[5]
Sen's works have been recognized for blending traditional Nepali cultural identity with modern storytelling. He has stated that his goal is to promote Nepal’s attire, culture, and beauty globally through cinema.[6]
As of 2025, he is working on a new film titled Balidan, which is under production.[7]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Chankhe Sankhe Pankhe | Producer |
| 2016 | Prem Geet | Producer |
| 2017 | Prem Geet 2 | Producer, Cast |
| 2018 | Meri Mamu | Producer |
| 2022 | Prem Geet 3 | Producer, Director |
Awards
- Cine Circle Award 2079 – Trend Setter for Prem Geet
- Box Office Film Award 2017 – Special Award
References
- ↑ "सन्तोष सेन: चलचित्रमा दुःख भोगेका 'प्रेम गीत' निर्माता". Setopati (in नेपाली).
- ↑ "Nepali cinema producer Santosh Sen interview". BBC Nepali (in नेपाली). 8 September 2022.
- ↑ "Prem Geet 2 leaks on the web, producer cries foul". The Kathmandu Post. Retrieved 7 April 2025.
- ↑ "Prem Geet 3 and Nepal's evolving film market". OnlineKhabar.
- ↑ "Meri Mamu Movie Review: Unimaginable coincidences constitute powerful tragedy". OnlineKhabar. 2 September 2018.
- ↑ "Santosh Sen's next film 'Hututu' announced". LensNepal.
- ↑ "Balidan Movie Announcement". Nagarik News.
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