Nayan Raj Pandey (Nepali: नयनराज पाण्डे) is a Nepali writer and screenwriter. He writes stories and novels, as well as screenplays for Nepali cinema. He is known for his representation of contemporary Nepalese society in his novels, presented in a figurative style.[1] He received the Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar for his autobiographical book Yaar in 2017.[2][3] Ulaar, Loo, Ghamkiri, and Sallipir are Pandey’s popular novels.[4]
Nayan Raj Pandey | |
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नयनराज पाण्डे | |
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| Born | 9 June 1966 Pyukha, Kathmandu District, Nepal |
| Nationality | Nepalese |
| Alma mater | Nepal Law Campus,1991 |
| Occupation(s) | Writer, screenwriter |
| Notable work | Ular, Loo, Jiyara |
| Spouse | Sanu Pandey |
| Children | 2 |
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| Awards | Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar (2074 BS) |
Early life and education edit
He was born on June ,1966 in Pyukha Tole, Kathmandu to Dilli Raj Pandey a civil servant in Department of Information and Bhagbati Devi Pandey, a housewife. After his father was appointed Headmaster at a school in Nepalgunj, the family moved there where the writer spend most of his childhood. He also obtained his School Leaving Certificate and higher secondary education in Nepalgunj. His father's collection of books and interest in literature piqued his interest towards reading.[5][6]
Professional life edit
He moved to Kathmandu in 1987 to pursue Bachelor of Law degree. He earned his degree from Nepal Law Campus in 1991. After earning his degree, he chose to make his mark through writing. Majority of his works are centered around the socio-economic situation of Nepalgunj and southern plains of Mid-Western region of Nepal.[7]
Notable works edit
Novels edit
- Nango Manchheko Diary (1987)
- Bikramaditya Euta Suun Kath (1987)
- Atirikta (1993)
- Ular (1998)
- Loo (2011)
- Ghamkiri (2013)
- Sallipir (2016)
Short stories collection edit
- Nidaye Jagadamba (2008)
- Khor Bhitra ko Joker
- Chocolate (2013)
- Jiyara (2021)
Autobiography edit
- Yaar (2017)
Screenplay edit
- Afno Ghar Afno Manchhe (2001)
- Basain (2005)
- Maina (2008)
- Dancing on the Fire: Khali Khaney (Video documentary short) (2011)
Awards edit
Pandey has received multiple awards for his contribution to film and literature fields. Some of the awards are:
- Best Drama Writing Prize 1988 by Nepal Pragya Pratisthan
- National Talent Award 1996 (2053 BS)
- Lokendra Literary Award 2001
- Motion Picture Award for Best Screenplay 2001
- Garima Prize 2005, awarded by Sajha Prakashan
- National Prize for Best Screenplay- Maina (Nepali film)
- The Diamond Shamsher Memorial Literary Award 2011
- Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar, 2018 (2074 BS) for Yaar[8][9]
- Karnali Sahitya Samaj Kriti Puraskar, 2020 (2077 BS) for Jiyara
His autobiographical work, Yaar was shortlisted for Madan Puraskar (2074 BS).[10]
Personal life edit
He is married to Sanu Pandey and has two sons.[11]
References edit
- ^ "'उलार' उपन्यासको समाजपरक समालोचना – बिन्दु शर्मा". samakalinsahitya.com.
- ^ "Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar to Pandey". The Kathmandu Post. 11 September 2018. Retrieved 12 September 2018.
- ^ "नयनराज पाण्डेका ५ प्रिय पुस्तक". Buddha Air. 6 May 2018. Retrieved 24 July 2019.
- ^ Swechcha, Sangita (24 November 2019). "'Our writing quality will be rightly tested only when it reaches the global market': An interview with writer Nayan Raj Pandey". Global Literature in Libraries Initiative. Retrieved 6 December 2022.
- ^ Lama, Sonam. "Witnessing transitional phase of Nepali Literature-Nayan Raj Pandey". My City. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
- ^ Awecode. "Books by Nayan Raj Pandey (नयनराज पाण्डे)". Thuprai. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
- ^ Ltd, Thames International College Pvt. "Nayan Raj Pandey". thamescollege.edu.np. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
- ^ "Padmashree Sahitya Puraskar to Pandey". kathmandupost.com. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
- ^ "Nayan Raj Pandey's first non-fictional work 'Yaar' published". The Himalayan Times. 13 January 2018. Retrieved 18 August 2018.
- ^ "Madan Puraskar Guthi shortlists eight books". kathmandupost.com. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
- ^ Sen, Sandeep (26 January 2018). "Nayan Raj Pandey's 'Yaar' garners positive feedback from readers". The Himalayan Times. Retrieved 8 November 2021.