101 East The Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu | Nepal's Kung Fu Nuns
Featuring unrivalled access, 101 East takes viewers inside the unique community of the Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu. On a hill overlooking Nepal’s capital Kathmandu, rows of women launch shoulder-high kicks in unison, calling out as they strike through the brisk morning air. Known as the Kung Fu Nuns, they believe martial arts are a form of meditation which prepares them for life’s challenges. Behind them lies their home, a Buddhist monastery where about 300 nuns live. They also serve their community, helping vulnerable women, visiting orphanages, picking up rubbish, repairing homes and spreading a message of environmental protection. With intimate access to their daily lives, 101 East meets the Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu. Published on Thursday 18 April 2024.
101 East reports on the people and events shaping the Asia Pacific region. Bold, untold stories from across Asia and the Pacific. Al Jazeera’s in-depth, weekly current affairs programme from the world’s most populated region.
Primary Title
- 101 East
Episode Title
- The Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu | Nepal's Kung Fu Nuns
Date Broadcast
- Friday 19 April 2024
Start Time
- 11 : 32
Finish Time
- 11 : 57
Duration
- 25:00
Channel
- Al Jazeera English
Broadcaster
- Al Jazeera Media Network
Programme Description
- 101 East reports on the people and events shaping the Asia Pacific region. Bold, untold stories from across Asia and the Pacific. Al Jazeera’s in-depth, weekly current affairs programme from the world’s most populated region.
Episode Description
- Featuring unrivalled access, 101 East takes viewers inside the unique community of the Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu. On a hill overlooking Nepal’s capital Kathmandu, rows of women launch shoulder-high kicks in unison, calling out as they strike through the brisk morning air. Known as the Kung Fu Nuns, they believe martial arts are a form of meditation which prepares them for life’s challenges. Behind them lies their home, a Buddhist monastery where about 300 nuns live. They also serve their community, helping vulnerable women, visiting orphanages, picking up rubbish, repairing homes and spreading a message of environmental protection. With intimate access to their daily lives, 101 East meets the Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu. Published on Thursday 18 April 2024.
Classification
- G
Owning Collection
- Chapman Archive
Broadcast Platform
- Television
Languages
- English
Captioning Languages
- English
Captions
Live Broadcast
- No
Rights Statement
- Made for the University of Auckland's educational use as permitted by the Screenrights Licensing Agreement.
Genres
- Community
- Current affairs
- Documentary
Contributors
- Sabine Howe (Producer)