Yadav Kharel (Nepali: यादव खरेल; born 23 February 1943) is a Nepali film director, producer and writer.[1][2] Being one of the most acclaimed directors in Nepali Film Industry, Kharel was the founding chairperson of Film Development Board, Nepal (2000–2002).[3][4]
Kharel, a veteran director and academic, is one of the first filmmakers to earn a diploma in movie direction and production.[5] He started his career in media as a program host in Radio Nepal and became involved in film direction later.[6][7]