I know it might feel trivial but we are having an interesting conversation about legitimacy of Nisha for the ceremony.

I doubt there's a jealousy going on, I am sure Amby can hold on her own. I don't think anybody will be jealous of a Nepali actor (no disrespect intended). I do observe a preference bias. Ani and Paras bring that esteemed calmness; they are two very respected personalities in Nepal. Nisha might not fit in that respect category hence the bias. However, just because you don't respect her equally, doesn't mean she doesn't deserve to be there. Sure many have climbed the Everest, but I still respect the fact that this actress, regardless of motive and means of getting there, accomplished what she said she would. That's something and trust me, climbing Everest is still not an easy task. Just from that stand point, and possibly because she is a "celebrity" the hosts might have invited her. If I was given a choice, I'd rather invite young businessmen in Nepal, the dude who started Commodity market etc etc.But it's under the organizer's discretion. I agree, that Nisha shouldn't have talked about the issue of media and journalism and made the event a venue to express her agenda, but her sharing the same stage with the respected personalities-that I don't have any grimes with.