Kathmandu – Starting Friday, the Nepali film ‘Paralko Ago’ and the Hollywood movie ‘Michael’ have been released nationwide in theaters. Both films have been highly anticipated by audiences. The 133-minute Nepali film ‘Paralko Ago’ is based on the renowned story of the same name by Gurup Prasad Mainali. Directed by Laxman Sunar, it stars Suhana Thapa, Saugat Malla, Prakash Saput, and Sirjana Adhikari in leading roles. The film explores themes of family and married life, making it particularly appealing to family audiences. If you have previously read the story ‘Paralko Ago’, you may enjoy its cinematic adaptation.
Meanwhile, the Hollywood film ‘Michael,’ which also premiered Friday, is based on the life of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. The movie chronicles his journey from childhood to superstardom. The narrative begins in the 1960s with the Jackson Five group, where a young Michael is compelled to practice music under the strict discipline of his father. Amid challenges, his extraordinary talent emerges, and gradually he establishes himself as a solo artist. He gained worldwide popularity with albums such as ‘Off the Wall,’ ‘Thriller,’ and ‘Bad,’ earning the title ‘King of Pop.’ The film focuses on his rise to fame, complex family relationships, and relentless pursuit of excellence as an artist. The storyline primarily concludes during the peak of the 1980s, particularly around the ‘Bad Tour.’ This biographical musical drama is directed by Antonio Fucó and stars Michael’s nephew, Jafar Jackson, in the lead role.
