Kathmandu, Mar 8: Written and directed by Saurabh Chaudhary, the Nepali film “Agastya Chapter 1” has successfully entered its second week in theaters, continuing to captivate audiences across Kathmandu and beyond. Since its release last Friday, the film has been garnering praise for its compelling storyline and impressive performances.

Throughout its first week, “Agastya Chapter 1” enjoyed enthusiastic box office success, with viewers expressing their appreciation for the film’s unique narrative and high production values. Building upon this momentum, the film’s makers are confident that its popularity will endure into the second week and beyond.

Benefiting from strong word-of-mouth promotion, the movie has been drawing sizable crowds to theaters in both Kathmandu and the outskirts, including popular multiplexes like QFX, Big Movies, One Cinemas, CDC Cinemas, Midtown Cinemas in Pokhara, and Friends Cinemas in Dharan.

Audience members have been particularly impressed by the performances of lead actors Saugat Malla, Nazir Hussain, and Khalpatra Pramod Agrahari. Malla and Hussain’s action-packed portrayals have garnered praise, while Agrahari’s role as the villain ‘Tripathi’ has left a lasting impact on viewers. Additionally, the depiction of Saugat’s character grappling with mental instability has resonated with audiences.

As viewers exit theaters, discussions surrounding the film’s intriguing plot twists, including the mystery surrounding the character ‘Ganesh,’ have only added to its allure.

In celebration of its second week in theaters, the production team has released a new song titled “Roi Rahu,” featuring the vocal talents of SD Yogi and lyrics by Ram Aviral Bishta.

Furthermore, “Agastya Chapter 1” has expanded its reach beyond Nepal, with screenings in Middle Eastern countries such as UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain. International distribution company Seven Seas Entertainment has facilitated the film’s release in major chains like Vox Star, Cine Royal, Cinepolis, Cineco, and Nova.

Starring a talented ensemble cast including Saugat Malla, Nazir Hussain, Malika Mahat, and others, “Agastya Chapter 1” promises to leave a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. With its gripping storyline, impressive performances, and anticipation for the sequel, the film is poised to make a significant mark on the Nepali film industry.

Executive produced by Vishwa Gauchan and Abhishek Chaudhary, and produced by Prakash Malla, Anis Tamang, and Vinod Poudel, “Agastya Chapter 1” sets the stage for the upcoming release of “Agastya Chapter 2” in 2026.