A two-week trek to Tsum Valley in the Himalayas leads a young boy from Jhapa to a life-altering decision and his subsequent disappearance.
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A two-week trek to Tsum Valley in the Himalayas leads a young boy from Jhapa to a life-altering decision and his subsequent disappearance.
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Synopsis
In 1990, a young boy from Jhapa, Eastern Nepal, arrives in Kathmandu with dreams of weaving carpets. After being laid off due to his age, he encounters individuals from Northern Gorkha who offer him a job as a cowherd. This decision leads him on a two-week trek to Tsum Valley in the Himalayas. His disappearance marks a turning point, leaving behind a story of lost childhood and unfulfilled aspirations amid Nepal's rugged terrain.
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Why Watch
- Follow the boy's life-changing trek to Tsum Valley.
- Meet the family members affected by his disappearance.
- See the realities of child labor in Nepal.
Did You Know
- In 1990, a boy from Jhapa traveled to Kathmandu for work.
- He was laid off due to being underage, which changed his path.
- The trek to Tsum Valley lasted two weeks.
- The film features a cast including Manisha Sapkota and Prakash's family.
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What year did the young boy from Jhapa travel to Kathmandu?
The young boy from Jhapa traveled to Kathmandu in 1990.
What job was the boy offered after being laid off from carpet weaving?
After being laid off, the boy was offered a job as a cowherd by individuals from Northern Gorkha.
How long did the trek to Tsum Valley take?
The trek to Tsum Valley took two weeks.
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