Aliza Gautam Dhamala

Mala Sinha is an iconic Indian actress whose early career is closely linked to the history of Nepali cinema. Born to a Nepali Christian family in Calcutta, she made her acting debut in the Nepali film Maitighar (1966), produced in collaboration with Nepal’s Royal Nepal Film Corporation. Her performance in Maitighar introduced a new level of professionalism, screen presence, and emotional depth to Nepali filmmaking at a time when the industry was still developing. The film became a landmark project, remembered for elevating Nepali cinema’s technical and artistic standards. Although Mala Sinha went on to achieve major stardom in Bollywood, her contribution to Maitighar remains a significant cultural bridge between Nepali and Indian cinema.

Samragyee Rajya Laxmi Shah (aka Samragi Laxmi Shah or Samragyee RL Shah) is an award-winning Nepali actress and a model. Shah started her film career in 2016, debuting in Bhuwan KC’s ‘Dreams’. In her debut movie, she appeared in the role of the lead actress, opposite popular Nepali young actor, producer Bhuwan KC’s son, Anmol KC. It was reported that Samragyee beat 23 competitors before she was chosen for her role in Dreams. Prior to joining the Nepalese movie industry, Samragyee worked as a model, walking on the catwalk and appearing in different product promotions. After Samragyee became a popular actress in the wake of the commercial and critical success of her first movie, Nepali tabloids ran stories linking her ancestry to Nepal’s royal family. According to media reports, she has demanded up to a million Nepali rupees to sign up for new movies.

Srijana Basnet is a veteran Nepali actress best known for her breakout role in the blockbuster Deuta (1993), where her performance brought her into national prominence. She began her career in the early 1990s and quickly became a familiar face in commercial Nepali cinema. After the passing of her husband, producer Biju Ranjit, she stepped away from films but later returned with renewed dedication, transforming herself physically and professionally. She expanded her creative range by directing and producing the film Good Luck, taking on multiple roles both behind and in front of the camera. Her career reflects resilience, versatility, and a lasting contribution to Nepali film culture.

1996, February 2 Niti Shah is a Nepali actress, model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss International Nepal 2017. She was declared the most popular face of EnVogue and the first runner-up title in Face's House of Fashion 2013. She represented Nepal at Miss International 2017 in Japan.