Is Nepal’s modelling industry inclusive?

Although slowly gaining leaps in commercial viability, Nepal’s modelling and fashion industry still lags behind in terms of representation and inclusivity, as it still strictly adheres to conventional beauty standards, say fashion professionals.

Ten years ago when Anjali Lama decided to be a model, rejections came her way quite often. While she had the talent to make it big in the modelling industry, only a few people from the Nepali fashion and modelling industry showed interest in working with her, she says.