Rashid directed the premiere of Ayo Gorkhali at the Sarwanam Theatre in Kathmandu on Monday (September 28, 2026), with a second performance scheduled for Tuesday at the same venue. Written by Mok Chiu Yu—a long-time collaborator of Rashid for over four decades—the play features an international cast from Nepal, Ireland, and Hong Kong. The narrative explores the valor, sacrifice, and socio-economic struggles of Nepal’s historic Gorkha soldiers, depicting how despite their extraordinary courage and loyalty in World Wars I and II, they faced systemic discrimination and were denied equal rights compared to British soldiers. Despite language barriers, Rashid successfully guided the cross-border production, which drew warm applause and strong audience engagement during its opening night.