Hira Singh Khatri, a distinguished Indian filmmaker and director, received a special invitation from King Mahendra to embark on a historic cinematic endeavor in Nepal. Collaborating with the Department of Publicity Film Division, Hira dedicated his talents to creating what would eventually become the inaugural Nepali film, titled 'Aama.' While it's worth noting that another film called 'Satya Harishchandra' had been produced in India prior to this, the government of Nepal, during that era, officially recognized 'Aama' as the very first Nepali film ever crafted. (You can find a comprehensive profile of 'Aama' in the FON archives.)

Following the triumphant reception of the first film, Hira Singh Khatri assumed the director's chair once again, this time for the creation of 'Hijo Aaja Bholi' in 1968 (for more details, refer to the FON profile of 'Hijo Aaja Bholi'). Additionally, Hira Singh lent his directorial prowess to 'Parivartan,' a cinematic endeavor that graced the screens in 1971 (explore the FON profile of 'Parivartan' for further insights). These cinematic endeavors, all under the banner of the Department of Publicity Film Division within the Information Ministry of the Nepali Government, were more than just movies; they were powerful vehicles for conveying patriotic messages to the masses.

Furthermore, these films played a pivotal role in promoting and fortifying Nepal's single-party system, known as the Panchayat System. One noteworthy example is the film 'Paribartan,' which drew its inspiration from a drama penned by Janardhan Sama. This film was crafted with the primary objective of popularizing the government's "Back to Village Campaign" (Gau Farka Abhiyan), highlighting its significance and impact on the nation.