Jatra (2016)
November 11, 2016Release Date
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Jatra is a 2016 Nepali-language Heist comedy film written and directed by Pradip Bhattarai. Produced by Rabindra Singh Baniya, Singe Lama and Yadav Poudel under banner of Shatkon Arts. It stars Bipin Karki, Rabindra Singh Baniya and Rabindra Jha in pivotal roles with supporting cast of Barsha Raut, Prakash Ghimire, Praween Khatiwada, Bholaraj Sapkota, Kamalmani Nepal, Sajan Thapa Magar, Nilkaji Shakya, Priyanka Jha, Susmita Karki, Prem Pandey and Safar Pokhrel.Jatra is primarily shot in Asan Galli Kathmandu Valley, and it tells the story of three individuals who have many problems because of lack of money. The story revolves around the रु. 3 crore Nepalese rupees which was found by Phadindra Timilsina (Bipin Karki), The various ideas they implement to protect the money from its real owner and impact that occur in his and his friends life.
Jatra was released on 11 November 2016 in cinemas all over Nepal. It was a sleeper hit at the time of its release and emerged surprise hit at Nepalese Box Office. It also gained praise by the critics for its situational comedy and genuine acting by lead actors. The film had sequel Jatrai Jatra which was also commercially successful. The 2020 Hindi film Lootcase was heavily inspired by the core plot of this movie.