The Black Hen 2015
Set against the fragile peace of 2001 in rural Northern Nepal, *The Black Hen (2015)* follows two childhood friends, Prakash and Kiran, as they navigate a world still trembling from years of conflict.
Director: Min Bahadur Bham
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Hen (2015) about?
The film takes place in 2001, when a temporary ceasefire brings fleeting peace to a small village in Northern Nepal. Two close friends, Prakash and Kiran, discover their bond tested when a black hen gifted to Prakash disappears. Their search becomes a journey through their fractured community, revealing the quiet strength of friendship against the backdrop of lingering conflict.
Who directed The Black Hen?
The Black Hen was directed by Min Bahadur Bham, a filmmaker known for his evocative storytelling and grounding in Nepalese rural life.
Who stars in The Black Hen?
The lead roles are played by Khadka Raj Nepali as Prakash and Sukra Raj Rokaya as Kiran, with Benisha Hamal and Bipin Karki rounding out the ensemble cast.
Is The Black Hen (2015) worth watching?
While IMDb ratings are unavailable, *The Black Hen* earns praise for its intimate storytelling and stunning visuals. Fans of character-driven dramas with historical weight and emotional depth will find much to appreciate in this quietly powerful film.
How long is The Black Hen?
The Black Hen runs for 90 minutes.
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About The Black Hen (2015) — A Friendship Tested in Nepal's War-Torn Village
Set against the fragile peace of 2001 in rural Northern Nepal, *The Black Hen (2015)* follows two childhood friends, Prakash and Kiran, as they navigate a world still trembling from years of conflict. Though separated by caste and tradition, their bond remains unshakable—until a rare black hen, a gift from Prakash's sister, vanishes without a trace. What begins as a simple quest to recover the bird spirals into an intimate portrait of friendship, resilience, and the quiet defiance of innocence in a landscape scarred by war. Through director Min Bahadur Bham's sensitive lens, the film paints a deeply human story where hope flickers even in the darkest corners, wrapped in the stark beauty of Nepal's highlands and the unspoken weight of history.
Starring Khadka Raj Nepali and Sukra Raj Rokaya as the inseparable pair, this drama unfolds with the urgency of a mystery and the tenderness of a coming-of-age tale. As they comb the village and its fractured edges, Prakash and Kiran confront not just the loss of the hen, but the fragile threads holding their community—and their own futures—together. With lush cinematography and a raw, understated score, *The Black Hen* transforms a seemingly small story into a moving meditation on memory, change, and the unexpected ways we find meaning in chaos.