14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible

In 2008, Nirmal Purja began preparing for his monumental climb of the world's highest peaks. His background as a Gurkha in the UK special forces played a crucial role in shaping his resilience and determination to take on such an ambitious challenge.

In 2011, Purja faced life-threatening danger when he was almost killed by a sniper's bullet during a military operation. This close call served as a catalyst for him to pursue his passion for climbing, which he had only discovered a year later.

In 2012, Purja embarked on his first mountain climbing expedition. Despite having no prior experience, he quickly became enamored with the physical and mental challenges that mountaineering presented.

April 2019 marks the moment when Purja officially begins his expedition to summit all 14 Eight-Thousanders. He starts with Annapurna I, known for being statistically the most treacherous of these peaks.

On April 23, 2019, Purja and his team achieve a significant milestone by summiting Annapurna I. Despite adverse conditions, his inspiring leadership encourages Canadian climber Don Bowie, who had previously attempted and failed to reach the summit.

Following the summit of Annapurna, Purja exhibits immense courage by returning to rescue a distressed climber. This selfless act, however, costs him valuable time in his quest to complete Project Possible.

On May 12, 2019, Purja and his team successfully summit Dhaulagiri, showcasing their resilience and adaptability in the face of significant challenges. This victory moves them closer to completing their ambitious goal of climbing all 14 peaks.

After a series of challenges, Purja achieves an incredible feat by summiting Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu within just 48 hours. His iconic photograph at the Hillary Step highlights the crowded pursuit of this legendary peak, capturing the essence of contemporary mountaineering.

As Purja approaches K2, he encounters low morale among his team alongside the looming danger of avalanches. He takes decisive action to uplift spirits by organizing a motivational gathering, showcasing his leadership abilities.

On July 24, 2019, Purja achieves the monumental accomplishment of summiting K2. This remarkable feat is followed swiftly by summiting Broad Peak, culminating in a historic achievement of scaling five Eight-Thousanders in only 23 days.

After his successful summits, Purja rushes back to Kathmandu to attend to his mother, who has suffered a heart attack. His family's health emerges as a poignant reminder of the personal sacrifices underlying his extraordinary journey.

On September 23, 2019, Purja effectively adds another achievement to his list by successfully summiting Cho Oyu. This victory draws him closer to the ultimate goal of scaling all 14 Eight-Thousanders.

Just days later, on September 27, 2019, Purja reaches the summit of Manaslu, adding yet another peak to his already impressive list of successes. His relentless pursuit highlights his commitment to completing Project Possible.

Purja secures the necessary permits to climb Shishapangma in Tibet, ultimately achieving this last summit on October 29, 2019. This final climb brings his journey to an emotional conclusion as he celebrates the monumental accomplishment with his ailing mother.

The documentary concludes with Purja reuniting with his mother and sharing his tremendous achievement with the world media. His emotional expression of joy encapsulates the essence of his extraordinary journey through Project Possible.