My Mum is a Bodybuilder
Set in the tradition-bound city of Bhaktapur, within a Newar household, the film follows a 42-year-old mother pursuing bodybuilding while navigating societal expectations in Nepal. Told through the perspective of her two sons who also serve as co-authors and cinematographers, it traces their journey of documenting her life, only to discover a new way of seeing her beyond the role of a mother, while also revealing the rigid expectations imposed by society.
2026 · Documentary
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Set in the tradition-bound city of Bhaktapur, within a Newar household, the film follows a 42-year-old mother pursuing bodybuilding while navigating societal expectations in Nepal. Told through the perspective of her two sons who also serve as co-authors and cinematographers, it traces their journey of documenting her life, only to discover a new way of seeing her beyond the role of a mother, while also revealing the rigid expectations imposed by society.
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About this movie
My Mum is a Bodybuilder (2026) is a movie on MEDIACAST.
Genre: Documentary. Year: 2026.
Director: Prashanna Shakya.
Starring: Prashanna Shakya.
Plot: Set in the tradition-bound city of Bhaktapur, within a Newar household, the film follows a 42-year-old mother pursuing bodybuilding while navigating societal expectations in Nepal. Told through the perspective of her two sons who also serve as co-authors and cinematographers, it traces their journey of documenting her life, only to discover a new way of seeing her beyond the role of a mother, while also revealing the rigid expectations imposed by society.
Available in the MEDIACAST catalog on the web and official apps after you sign in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year was My Mum is a Bodybuilder released?
My Mum is a Bodybuilder was released in 2026.
Who starred in My Mum is a Bodybuilder?
My Mum is a Bodybuilder stars Prashanna Shakya.
Where can I watch My Mum is a Bodybuilder?
Available in the MEDIACAST catalog on the web and official apps after you sign in.