About this movie
A film that revolves around a girl who confronts social taboos of the Chhaupadi tradition, which prohibits Hindu women and girls from participating in normal family activities while menstruating as they are considered “impure”. Set in the seventies, the film’s title refers to Nepal’s Panchayat system of self-rule, which was abolished in 1990.
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How long is Panchayat?
Panchayat has a runtime of 2h 18m (2 hours and 18 minutes).
Who directed Panchayat?
Panchayat was directed by Shivam Adhikari and released in 2017.
What genre is Panchayat?
Panchayat is a Drama, History film (2017).
Who stars in Panchayat?
The cast of Panchayat includes Neeta Dhungana, Saroj Khanal, Rupa Rana.
