Roshan Das (Nepali: रोशन दास; born February 21, 2002) is a Nepalese film director, lyricist, and music video creator. He is recognized as a rising filmmaker in Nepalese cinema, transitioning from a prolific career in music video and web series direction to mainstream feature films with his directorial debut, Pratibairam.
Early life and background Das was born on February 21, 2002, in Godaita, Sarlahi District, Nepal, to Ram Pukar Das. He developed an interest in visual storytelling during his childhood, experimenting with his father's video camera to capture local events. As a teenager, he began producing short films and music videos for his YouTube channel. He later moved to Kathmandu to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.
Career
Early work and music videos Das entered professional direction at the age of 18. Over the next four years, he directed more than 50 to 70 music videos spanning various genres. He frequently served as a lyricist for his projects, writing tracks such as "Yehi ho Maya", "Timle K Garchhas", "Bhul Bhayo", "Baisa Ko Pyash", and "Naya Itihas".
During this formative period, Das also gained industry experience by working on feature films in technical capacities. He served as the assistant director for the film Bichhed, the Chief Assistant Director for Firefirey Firiri, and the Director of Photography (DOP) for Mahima Gadimai.
Breakthrough with Aarati and feature film debut In early 2024, Das directed the web series Aarati Written By Hikmat Sharma, produced under the banner of Rays Entertainment. The series, which focused on contemporary social issues, received positive audience reception and established his reputation for handling long-form, socially conscious narratives.
In May 2025, Das announced his transition into mainstream feature cinema with his directorial debut, Pratibairam (प्रतिवैरम्). Written by Yubaraj Bhattarai, the action-drama film focuses on social and political issues, crime, and friendship within the Madhesh region of Nepal and its borderlines. The film's principal photography was completed over a 45-day schedule, with 15 days of shooting in Sarlahi and 30 days in Siraha. Starring an ensemble cast including Samrat Das, Alisha Bastola, Birendra Singh Kushwaha, and Ramesh Budhathoki, the film's official teaser was released in January 2026.
Songs +SNSongs NameCreditSingerRelease dateReference1Timle K GarchhasDirector/LyricistMalina Rai20212Naya ItihasDirector/LyricistRajan Karki20223Yehi ho MayaDirector/LyricistRachana Rimal , Shailesh Mishra20234Bhul BhayoLyricistShailesh Mishra20235Baisa Ko PyashDirectorAshmita Adhikari20246Afnai SwarthaDirector/LyricistDhurba Bisco2024 7AadatDirectorPratap Das, Annu Chaudhary20248Rang KadaDirectorManish Adhikari2024 9BayanDirectorPratap Das, Samikshya Adhikari2025
Movie SNMovie nameCreditCastRelease dateReference1BichchhedAssistant DirectorMukun Bhusal, Laxmi Bardewa20232Firefirey FiririChief Assistant DirectorSandip Shrestha, Bhawana Upreti2025 3Mahima GadimaiD.O.PAshok Albela, Shiv Kurmi20254PratibairamDirectorSamrat Das, Birendra Kushwah, Alisha Bastola, Supragya Sharma, Nabin Shrestha, Ramesh Budhathoki Releasing soon
Awards SNAwardsAwards TitleResultReference15th Epic Nepal Music Award 2081 BSBest Modern Music Video Director - AadatWon24th Silver Music Award 2025Best Music Video Director - Aafnai SwarthaWon37th Jyoti Films Music AwardBest Music Video Director - AadatWon42nd Jaya Prapti Music AwardBest Music video Director - Rang KadaWon
References