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June 6, 2025 at 11:00AM
Day 4232: Kumari Rath
Week 2 - Day 2 Kumari Maju Rath Update
The wheels are officially in motion—well, almost! We’ve now started building the base of our third rath for Kumari Maju. It will be inspired by the original Kumari Rath from Kathmandu, with some modification for ease of building the version 1.
The intention here is to get the working rath first and develop to meet all the requirements as we progress much.
But the fun part is: we’ve got just 10 days (5 weekends!) to bring this to life. The pressure’s is building… but the excitement is rising too.
Let’s come together to make the first-ever London Indra Jatra an unforgettable celebration. Let’s all make it a success!
Save the date: Saturday, 16 August 2025 – history is waiting!
As always Rajan Shakya and Sanjeev Shrestha are at works!! Amazing achievement so far.
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Day 4224: 3rd Nepali Film Festival, UK- 2025
It’s has been a challenge to keep repeating the same thing every year. Every passing year the experience has become more painful and demanding - that’s when we needed to call upon our perseverance and resilience to shine.
While preparing for 3rd Nepali Film Festival, UK, we needed more perseverance than ever before. But WE ARE READY, now!
We have put whatever we can into this and we would welcome everyone to the closing ceremony of this event on Saturday, 31 May 2025.
Looking forward to seeing you all!
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May 26, 2025 at 6:55AM
Shri Ganeshaya Namah
Day 5221: Ganesh Rath!
Dice pooch: Guthi Yu. What. London Indra Jatra is organizing for the first time in Britain to celebrate 25th anniversary. This fair is celebrated as the biggest and most popular fair of Kathmandu. London Indra Jatra, celebrating as its symbol. Shri Ganesh preparing for the fair yesterday, we started the construction of Ganesh chariot.
Invitation to all of you to the London Indra Jatra which is going to be held on Saturday, 16th August 2025!!
Ganesha Rath Rising!
To celebrate 25th Anniversary of Puchah Guthi UK, we are celebrating the 1st London Indra Jatra as Ta: Newah Muna on Saturday, 16 August 2025.
London Indra Jatra is just a reflection of Indra Jatra of Nepal. By building the Ganesha’s Rath at West London, we have kick started the preparations.
Me cordially invite you all to the London IndraJatra on 16 August 2025.
Rajan Shakya and Sanjeev Shrestha contributing to the first day of Rath Building!!
Here are some glimpses of the Day 1 of Rath Making.
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Day 4208: London Indra Jatra
London Indra Jatra in its full form is being celebrated for the very first time in the UK as Ta: Newah Muna on the occasion of 25th Anniversary of Pasa Puchah Guthi, UK —a historic moment for the Newah community.
This Jatra brings together all five branches across the UK in a beautiful union, from Aldershot to Edinburgh, to celebrate the sun, the summer, and the spirit of togetherness.
Inspired by the iconic Indra Jatra of Kathmandu, this festival honours the gods of our shared traditions—Indra, Bhairav, Kumari, and Ganesha—through a colourful chariot procession, masked dances, Dhime drums, and sacred rituals. It is a celebration that intertwines Hinduism and Buddhism, devotion and dance, and diaspora and homeland.
The reflection of Kathmandu, London Indra Jatra is more than a festival; it is a cultural bridge, and a legacy in the making. We plan to celebrate this once every two years, so that each time we gather, it becomes a moment to remember, a tradition to carry forward, and a gift to the next generation.
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May 13, 2025 at 8:37AM
London Indra Jatra is real! Mark your calendar Saturday, 16 August 2025
May 13, 2025 at 8:24AM
London Indra Jatra is real!
Mark your calendar
Saturday, 16 August 2025
May 13, 2025 at 8:23AM
Day 5208: London Indra Jatra
London Indra Jatra in its full form is being celebrated for the very first time in the UK as Ta: Newah Muna on the occasion of 25th Anniversary of Pasa Puchah Guthi, UK —a historic moment for the Newah community.
This Jatra brings together all five branches across the UK in a beautiful union, from Aldershot to Edinburgh, to celebrate the sun, the summer, and the spirit of togetherness.
Inspired by the iconic Indra Jatra of Kathmandu, this festival honours the gods of our shared traditions—Indra, Bhairav, Kumari, and Ganesha—through a colourful chariot procession, masked dances, Dhime drums, and sacred rituals. It is a celebration that intertwines Hinduism and Buddhism, devotion and dance, and diaspora and homeland.
The reflection of Kathmandu, London Indra Jatra is more than a festival; it is a cultural bridge, and a legacy in the making. We plan to celebrate this once every two years, so that each time we gather, it becomes a moment to remember, a tradition to carry forward, and a gift to the next generation.
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Day 5200: Home
My relationship with Mitten and Sky, the kitties, is seasonal and ‘my’ mood dependant. Sometimes I stroke them gently. Sometimes I lock them out of the room. On good days, I spoil them with their favourite ham. Other times, I let them climb all over me. And then there are days when I just ignore them completely.
But their behaviour remains constant. It doesn’t shift based on whether I’m tired or refreshed, affectionate or distant. It stays the same whether I give them attention or not. It’s as if they understand that I have no expectations of them—and they expect nothing from me in return.
This leaves us in a beautifully comfortable place, where none of us has to try too hard—where we can just be.
Mitten, especially, finds me every time I’m “catching up” on TV late at night. He climbs up, purrs like he’s on a mission, and showers me with sleepy affection—completely unbothered by whether I’m in the mood or not. Most nights, I push him away. Not because I don’t care, but because I’m far too engrossed in bingeing random series and Bollywood item songs. But he never stops.
And somehow, in that small, familiar chaos, it all makes sense: two cats, a screen full of drama, and a human somewhere in between—perfectly imperfect company.
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May 4, 2025 at 10:24AM
Day 5200: Home
My relationship with Mitten and Sky, the kitties, is seasonal and ‘my’ mood dependant. Sometimes I stroke them gently. Sometimes I lock them out of the room. On good days, I spoil them with their favourite ham. Other times, I let them climb all over me. And then there are days when I just ignore them completely.
But their behaviour remains constant. It doesn’t shift based on whether I’m tired or refreshed, affectionate or distant. It stays the same whether I give them attention or not. It’s as if they understand that I have no expectations of them—and they expect nothing from me in return.
This leaves us in a beautifully comfortable place, where none of us has to try too hard—where we can just be.
Mitten, especially, finds me every time I’m “catching up” on TV late at night. He climbs up, purrs like he’s on a mission, and showers me with sleepy affection—completely unbothered by whether I’m in the mood or not. Most nights, I push him away. Not because I don’t care, but because I’m far too engrossed in bingeing random series and Bollywood item songs. But he never stops.
And somehow, in that small, familiar chaos, it all makes sense: two cats, a screen full of drama, and a human somewhere in between—perfectly imperfect company.
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Day 4185: My Peace
An open letter to Ojaswi on her 9th Birthday.
Dear Bunu Bunu,
You are my peace.
In a world that’s often loud and uncertain, just one look at you brings me stillness. When everything feels overwhelming, your smile is my calm. When my thoughts are racing, your voice grounds me. You are the quiet in my chaos, the warmth in my storm and you are the peace in my life.
From the moment you were born, I felt like my life had finally found its missing piece. You completed something in me that I didn’t even know was incomplete.
Happy 9th birthday, my sunshine! These past nine years with you have been the most beautiful, emotional, and meaningful years of my life. I have discovered feelings I never knew I was capable of.
I’m so proud and lucky to get to witness the wonder of you becoming you - and watching you from the front row - I feel lucky. Every word you say, every look in your eyes, every burst of laughter and every quiet moment—I’m soaking it all in. I’m your biggest FAN.
I see so much of my younger self in you—the same determination, the same restlessness, the same anxious overthinking. I recognise your little battles with nervousness and insecurity like my own. I don't know if I've fully overcome them myself, but one thing I do know is that I will do everything I can to help you tackle them better than I ever did.
But more than anything, I want to measure your success not in terms of awards and accomplishments but by the amount of kindness and love you offer to the world, the compassion you show. By the way you stand up for what’s right, even when it’s hard. By how deeply you care—for people, for truth, for justice, for the world around you.
Sweetheart, your Daddy-Tata loves you and will always be there—for your every step, your every stumble, and your every success or your failure.
Happy 9th birthday, my precious little girl. I love you, I love you, I love you.
Yours,
Daddy-Tata
April 6, 2025 at 4:42PM
Day 4176: Herne Katha - Story to Watch Pasa Pooch: Guthi, UK's 25-year journey is a story woven with dedication, perseverance and a deep love for one's culture. There have been countless challenges and obstacles during this period, but what we will always remember is a sense of pride — our happiness and satisfaction reside in such a feeling received after relentless hard work and contribution. Maybe it's not a big deal, but it's all we have. This is our identity, and this is the essence of our existence. One of those proud moments is also one of the moment when 'Watching Story' selected our story — heartfelt thanks and salute to Bidhya Chapagain and his team for presenting us through their documentary covering our amazing journey. Thanks to Guthi, UK and all the helping hands! It has been an amazing journey and story of Pasa Puchah Guthi, UK for last 25 years - a story woven with dedication, resilience, and deep love for our roots. There has been countless challenges and obstacles but what stays with us most is that quiet but powerful sense of achievement, the moment of pride and purpose — the feeling that comes after tireless effort, sleepless nights, and undenied commitment to our Newah and Nepali community in the UK. It might not be a much but it’s everything we have. It is who we are, and what we stand for. One such moment of immense pride was when Herne Katha chose to tell our story — capturing this incredible journey and presenting it through a deeply moving documentary. Incredibly proud of Team Pasa Puchah Guthi UK. https://youtu.be/jvJoi_Dsfio?si=9pMkpyaWFCPJYeVj Pasa Pucha Guthi UK, Aldershot PASA PUCHAH GUTHI, UK - (London) Pasa Puchah Guthi UK, Reading Pasa Phucha Reading Pasa Puchah Guthi UK, South East London Chapter
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Day 4162 - Adolescence
I’ve always had my own insecurities and confidence - more insecurities when I was an adolescent. As I grew older some of them remained and some vanished. Others just went quiet. However, those insecurities have resurfaced again as my kids are nearing that age. Even though, I have prepared myself for these times both mentally and emotionally - to be present, to listen, to guide, to simply understand - to the best of my ability. But it’s turning out to be much harder than I expected - and I’m not ashamed to admit I feel a bit lost.
Sometimes, I can’t even grasp the lingo they use. The words feel foreign, the pace too fast, the meanings layered in ways I don’t fully comprehend. I feel, their insecurities are shaped by pressures we never faced—endless comparisons, digital validation, the fear of being left out offline and online. And often, in trying to relate, I end up translating their experiences through the lens of my own youth. But in doing so, I realise—I’ve completely lost the plot. This isn’t my adolescence. It’s theirs. And it’s a different world altogether.
Watching Netflix’s Adolescence shook me. Last night, I started it at 11:30 PM, thinking I’d watch a single episode. I finished the entire four-part series by 4:00 AM—restless, unsettled, moved.
I was uncomfortable throughout—not because the story was unrelatable, but because it hit so close to home. Every interaction between the father and the son felt painfully relevant. Every conversation struck a nerve. Every consequence was portrayed with clarity and conviction. I loved every frame, every scene. The father-son dynamic, the connections, the missed cues, the silent cries for help—it all felt eerily familiar. It was like watching my own fears, hopes, and confusion unfold onscreen.
The creators have taken a bold, timely subject and handled it with care: social media addiction, the constant need for online and offline validation, cyberbullying, and the fragile, shifting identity of being a teenager today. These are issues we can no longer ignore.
The series deserves a full 5 out of 5—not just for what it tackles, but how. The cinematography is intimate and immersive, using single shots to intensify the emotional weight. The storytelling is honest, layered, and incredibly well-paced. The performances are phenomenal—every actor brings rawness and depth to their role - justifying their inclusion.
Adolescence isn’t just a show—it’s a mirror. One that reflects not only the kids we’re trying so hard to understand, but also the parts of ourselves we’ve forgotten or buried. It’s uncomfortable, necessary, and deeply powerful.
A must-watch. Highly recommended.
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March 15, 2025 at 4:57PM
Day 4154: Say ‘Hi’!
After a little break, Bhakta Band is back with a fresh lineup but same soulful vibes! I’ll be in the audience for the first times, soaking in the music and cheering on these talented guys. If you're around, come say ‘Hi’.
Let’s make it a night to remember!
#bhaktaband
March 7, 2025 at 4:55PM
Day 4146 - Au Revoir
We met in the most casual way— at an event. Somewhere between dropping off drums for the hirer, I blurted out, "Call me to jam, I play bass!" And just like that, I was in Bhakta Band.
One jam led to another, and before we knew it, we had eight original bangers under our belt and played some of the most iconic Nepalese gigs in the UK. Our chemistry was undeniable—fueled by endless banter, late-night meet-ups, and that magical, unspoken groove only true bandmates understand.
Together, we created music, laughter, chaos, and a lifetime of memories—each one crazier, louder, and more unforgettable than the last.
But all good things come to an end. After filling my soul (and probably annoying my friends, family and neighbors) with countless jams, it’s finally time to hang up my G-strings (Guitar strings—get your mind out of the gutter, you perverts!).
Au revoir, my lifelong brothers. These incredible moments will live in my heart and mind… at least until Alzheimer’s decides otherwise.
OK, for now let me dump 1st batch of the pictures that we have.
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The new line up is performing next week Saturday, 15 March 2025! Please support the boys.
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/stanwell-studio...
