In 2016, Ko Aafno was one of the final films under consideration by Nepal’s International Feature Film Selection Committee for submission to the Academy Awards’ Best International Feature Film category, placing alongside critically acclaimed films in the final evaluation round.
Kathmandu Post coverage (Sept 8, 2016): Taking Karnali to the Oscars documented the Nepal selection process and highlighted Ko Aafno’s presence in the final round of consideration.
At Nepal’s prestigious NEFTA Film Awards, Ko Afno was honored with the Best Makeup award and its lead performance received a Best Actress nomination, signaling industry recognition for both production quality and artistic performance.
• Ko Afno - Best Makeup (Winner)
• Ko Afno - Best Actress (Nominee)
Recognized at the 9th NEFTA Film Awards, Nepal’s major national film awards ceremony.
"The NEFTA Film Awards are presented by the Nepal Film Technician Association and celebrate excellence across national filmmaking disciplines, with ceremony events held internationally."