On the wake of Nepal earthquake, actor Rajesh Hamal has canceled his programs in Paris, France and is planning to return back to Nepal soon. In a report, Rajesh Hamal had reached Europe after the cultural program in Qatar.
Rajesh had met the Nepali officials in the Nepal Embassy of France on the condition of Nepal before making the decision to return back. Rajesh Hamal also shared the cover of a French newspaper about the French PM’s decision to help Nepal.
Every year on April 27 the ‘Bhimdutta’ director Himgyap Lama used to celebrate his birthday. This year, the situation was a lot different. While everybody were in shock and mourning the April 25 earthquake, the terror hasn’t ceased yet as aftershock tremor continues till the time of this writing.
Himgyap termed his birthday a ‘Re-birth Day’ as he had survived the earthquake that had claimed more than 4,000 people, so far. In his Facebook profile, Himgyap writes:
Today is my birthday, 27 April, Re-Birth Day of mine after unexpected earthquake in Nepal, I was blessed by you all and thank you all wishers and prayers of my life.
The actress of ‘Fashion’, Mugdha Godse’ has told that eight of the crew members of her upcoming movie have been killed by the earthquake in Nepal. In a Twitter post, Mugdha told that she was shocked and depressed by the news.
RIP my 8 crew members, victims to force of nature #earthquake #nepal worked for my upcoming film, very very shocking and depressing…
— Mugdha Godse (@mugdhagodse267) April 27, 2015
Photo – Mugdha Godse and Ruslaan Mumtaz while shooting in Kathmandu.
Mugdha and the shooting unit was also scheduled to travel to Jomsom and Pokhara for the shooting.
25 years-old Telugu actor K Vijaya has died in the earthquake in Kathmandu. The actor was in Kathmandu with his shooting team for the shooting of Telugu movie "Etakaram.com". The actor had died while returning in a car from the shooting location. The car he was travelling had overturned after the earthquake.
In addition to being a character actor, Vijay was also a choreographer. While Vijay died, three others had reportedly injured.
The terror of the earthquake kept most of the people in Kathmandu awake the whole night of April 25. On April 26 the terror continued and the going inside was filled with risk. So people were forced to sleep outside. Actress Rekha Thapa and director Himgyap Lama were staying together in the crisis.
Himgyap Lama shared the photos of himself and Rekha sleeping on the open and in the car. Himgyap’s dog Dhondup
Photo – Rekha Thapa sleeping on the backseat of a car
Film maker and actress Karishma Manandhar and her husband, producer Binod Manandhar have constructed a film-set like temporary residence to live during the earthquake crisis. The temporary residence looks like a film studio set with bed rooms and kitchen.
The temporary residence is covered in corrugated sheets and has bamboo walls with proper door, windows and proper ventilation.
The comedy movie ‘Resham Filili’ makers have decided that it is not the time for laughter when the whole country is mourning the victims of the massive earthquake of April 26. Talking to an online magazine, the producer, Madhav Wagle, has said that the decision was made because entertainment is not a priority at the time of emergency.
The resumption of the show is not known. Wagle said that the movie show will be halted for an uncertain time in the future.
In the worst ever earthquake in Nepal, more than 1,500 people have been reported dead so far. There is a high chance that the number increase significantly. There had been more than 20 aftershocks and more are a possibility. Shankar BC and the team were shooting a music video in Chapali Height area when the earthquake happened. The dancer and choreographer BC has shared the following photos of the landslide caused by the earthquake.
The landslide didn’t cause any damages to the shooting crews.
There are conflicting reports of the magnitude of earthquake but, it is a very strong one. Most of the structures in Kathmandu have sustained damage by the earthquake. (UPDATE – The earthquake magnitude is 7.8 in Richter scale with huge amount of causality.)
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People are warned to stay outdoors and remain calm as there might be more aftershocks. In a report, a 6.6-magnitude aftershock hit was hit after about an hour after the earthquake.
Following photos are the highlights of the celebration of the 14th Earthquake Safety Day held on Jan 16, 2012 in Kathmandu. The Prime Minister Dr. Baburam Bhattarai, Deputy Prime Minister & Home Minister Mr. Bijaykumar Gachhadar and other distinguished guests took part in in the 14th ESD National Meeting held in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur. In the program they also participated in an earthquake drill. Dr. Bhattarai also addressed the meet.
The 14th National Earthquake Safety Day is being marked by organizing various events starting January 16, 2012.
Young mountains and geotectonic has made Nepal susceptible to severe earthquakes. Historical data show that devastating earthquake have a 100 year return period, and the next such earthquake is expected to occur in the near future. A earthquake in September 2011 wasn’t that severe, and we can’t be lucky every time. Hence, earthquake awareness is very important in Nepal.
Some of the highlights of the January 16, 2012 event are:
The earthquake of June 7, 1255 AD (1310 BS) is the first recorded earthquake in the history of Nepal. During the earthquake nearly one third of the total population of Kathmandu were killed. Among the killed were the King of Kathmandu valley, Abahya Malla. The earthquake magnitude at that time is believed to be around 7.7 in Richter scale.
Another big earthquake was recorded in 1260 AD (1316BS) during the reign of King Jayadev Malla. During the earthquake many buildings and temples collapsed. there was a huge loss of lives and an epid
emic and famine after the earthquake was attributed to the natural disaster.
Condolence to the 5 people killed in today’s earthquake and wish for speedy recovery of the 27 injured persons.
The epicenter of the 6.9 magnitude earthquake is told to be in Sikkim, India. But in the map it is shown within the border of Nepal.
Rescue workers at the site of the fallen British Embassy wall. Three people were killed at the site.
Hamal was reported to be living in tents in the open area to be safe from any damages caused by earthquake. This is a good news for the fans of Rajesh Hamal and we hope he will return back as soon as possible.
According to the Japanese prime minister, this event is the biggest crisis in Japan after the World War 2. About 10,000 people are feared to have died in the earthquake. About a dozen Nepali living in Japan are reported to be missing.
A street drama organized by NSET on the 12th Nepal Earthquake Day Exhibition on 2010/01/18, held at Jawalakhel, Kathmandu.
The drama portrays the aftermath of a devastating earthquake, Kathmandu is prone to.
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