'HIJO AJA KA KURA' — A First from Nepal Opens the Contemporary World Film Series 2026
Contemporary World Film Series 2026 opens with a film from Nepal — for the first time in the series!
TK Park, in collaboration with the Embassy of Nepal in Thailand, invites you to the screening of "HIJO AJA KA KURA" (The Big Conversation), a comedy-drama directed by Sakar Pant.
"HIJO AJA KA KURA" will be screened at the Learning Auditorium, TK Park, 8th Floor, centralwOrld, on Saturday 9 May 2026 at 4:00 PM (doors open at 3:30 PM). Admission is free — reserve your seat today at filmforum17@gmail.com before it fills up!
This screening is supported by the Embassy of Nepal in Thailand. H.E. Dhan Bahadur Oli, Ambassador of Nepal to Thailand, will deliver the opening remarks. Following the screening, the Embassy of Nepal will host a reception with Nepali refreshments, providing an opportunity for guests to share their thoughts and reflections on the film.
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Screening Details
Running time: 2 hours 27 minutes
Language: Original language with English subtitles
Date: Saturday 9 May 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue: Learning Auditorium, TK Park, 8th Floor, centralwOrld
Registration: Register in advance by emailing filmforum17@gmail.com. Seats are limited and reserved exclusively for those who register in advance. Walk-ins and on-site registration will not be accepted.
Dress code: Smart casual
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About the Film
Hijo Aja Ka Kura is a warm, lively, and deeply felt portrait of family life. The film follows four families navigating the everyday challenges of finding partners, arranged marriage, and family dynamics, while reflecting on the Nepali dream abroad and contrasting it with the realities of life back home. Sharp dialogue, genuine humor, and spirited song sequences make this a thoroughly entertaining and meaningful watch.
The film features some of the leading artists of Nepali cinema and is produced by Pant Productions, founded by Santosh Pant — a legendary actor and director with over 50 film credits to his name. The story originates from his long-running television serial of the same name, which aired for 18 years, and has now been adapted into a feature film by his son, Sakar Pant, who studied film in Australia and has since screened the film in multiple countries to enthusiastic audiences.
Trailer: [YouTube] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fa7YRiYpyR4
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What the Press Said
myRepublica: "Cinema can be a catalyst in creating positive change in society."
The Rising Nepal: "The film explores various dimensions of family relationships."
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Please Note
1. Admission is free. Registered guests are requested to collect their entry pass at the registration desk on the day of the screening.
2. TK Park does not provide complimentary parking validation. Parking charges are subject to centralwOrld's terms and conditions.
