Kalpana Shahi

Born Jharana Bajracharya Rashid in Kathmandu, she grew up in a multicultural household with a Hindu mother, Lalana Bajracharya, and a Muslim father, Rashid. She completed her schooling at Siddhartha Vanasthali Institute and later earned a degree in Sociology, while also developing herself as a painter and potter.At 16, she was crowned Miss Nepal 1997, becoming Nepal’s representative at Miss World 1997 in Seychelles, marking a major milestone in Nepali pageantry.Her acting debut came with Hatiyar (1999) opposite Rajesh Hamal and Karishma Manandhar. She gained further recognition with Pareni Maya Jalaima (2004), which won Best Story at the Nepali Film Awards. Her career expanded into Bollywood, where she appeared in the Hindi film Love in Nepal (2004) and several commercial advertisements.Returning to Nepal, she continued acting in films and became a prominent face in music videos, including “Laija Re,” “Priye Timi,” “Dubna Deu,” and “Panchhi.” Her final Nepali film was Kohi Mero (2010). She also performed at the Fem Botanica KTV Film Awards in 2008.In 2003, she became the brand ambassador for Lux Nepal, further solidifying her status as a leading public figure.Jharana married Rahul Agrawal in 2015 and later settled in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where they welcomed their son, Ishaan, in 2016.

Sajja Mainali is a Nepali actress known for her roles in films such as Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal (2007) and Manish (2006). Though her filmography is relatively brief, she made a strong impression during her time in the industry, with several of her films achieving notable success. While detailed biographical information about her early life and career trajectory is limited, she is remembered for her expressive performances and her contribution to Nepali cinema during the mid-2000s. Some sources suggest she stepped away from the spotlight after a short but impactful career.

Gaumaya Gurung, an accomplished actor and alumnus of the prestigious Berlinale Talents (2024), has made her mark in the entertainment industry. She is recognized for her compelling performances in several notable works: “Kabaddi 4: The Final Match (2022)”: Gaumaya’s role in this commercially acclaimed film left a lasting impression. “Fulbari (2023)”: Her talent shines through in this production. “1915: Legend of Gurkhas (2022)”: A film that not only garnered critical acclaim but also secured the Nepal National Film Award. “Black Narcissus (2020)”: Gaumaya’s involvement in this BBC drama mini-series contributed to its success, earning it the ReFrame Stamp and a spot among IMDbPro’s Top 200 Most Popular TV Titles in 2020-2021. Additionally, she received a Best Debut Actress nomination from the Nepal Film Technicians Association (NEFTA) in 2023. Gaumaya’s upcoming feature films include: “The Sky is Mine (2024)”: Directed by Deepak Rauniyar, recipient of the Berlinale VFF Talent Highlights Award in 2020. “Just like a Son (2024)”: A project by award-winning filmmaker Tribeny Rai. “Maha Jatra (2024)”: The third sequel to the commercially successful film “Jatra (2016)”.

Sabhyata Giri, born on 12th November 1993  in a small village at Dolakha, Nepal. Giri is a  famous Nepali and Indian actress. She was initially inspired to become a businessperson, however she got an opportunity to work in commercial ad which proved to be a turning point for her after that  Sabhyata was determined to become an actress. Shabyata made her feature film debut at the age of 16 which proved to be a breakthrough in her career. She is a filmmaker, writer and director. She is a recipient of several awards. She is known as an intelligent and smart actress in the film industry.