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Gopal Raj Mainali, popularly known by his iconic screen name “Chankhe,” was one of Nepal’s most beloved comedic actors, contributing more than four decades to Nepali cinema, theatre, and television. Born on Kartik 16, 2000 B.S. in Mangaltar, Kavrepalanchowk, he grew up with a natural flair for humor and storytelling. His film journey began with a small role in Hijo Aaja Bholi (1967), directed by Hira Singh Khatri, marking the start of a long and influential acting career. Mainali gained national recognition through his memorable comedic pairing with Basundhara Bhusal in Sindoor (1976), which became a cultural milestone. Over the years, he acted in more than 70 films and 60+ stage plays, including Kanyadan, Tilahari, Bhagyarekha, Ke Ghar Ke Dera, Yug Dekhi Yug Samma, Deuki, and Pacchyeuri. He was honored with multiple awards, including the Gaijatra Mahotsav Award, Vasudev Luintel Puraskar, and Nabin Puraskar, recognizing his lasting contribution to Nepali performing arts. Gopal Raj Mainali passed away in 2008, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, warmth, and artistic excellence.

Nisha Sharma is a veteran Nepali theatre actress with a career spanning over three decades, known for her powerful performances in more than fifty stage productions. A leading figure of Aarohan Gurukul and a celebrated interpreter of complex roles such as Nora in Putaliko Ghar, she became the first woman Chancellor of the Nepal Academy of Music and Drama in 2023, marking a historic milestone in Nepali performing arts.

Satya Raj Acharya was born on Jan 12, 1978 to father Bhakta Raj Acharya (Nepal’s legendary singer and music composer & Bhajan Shiromani) and mother Sushila Acharya with one sibling brother Swaroop Raj Acharya at Thasikhel, Lalitpur 14. He is a prominent and prolific singer, versatile composer, song writer, ghazal writer, actor and film producer of Nepal. Satya Raj Acharya was brought up in a musical atmosphere. He was chanted and fascinated by music and used to listen to his father’s songs all day. Apart from successful singer, he is also known for highly acclaimed music composer, song writer, and actor and is one of the finest singers in Nepal. Satya Raj Acharya needs no introduction. The man who refined Nepali music and is the pride of the entire nation and also the idol of many newly upcoming talent of Nepal all over the world need no preamble. Satya Raj Acharya is also known for experimenting with his own style and image to over more than 1500 songs, composed for ten movies as a music director and sung more than 100 songs to Nepali movies. He has received praise from veteran singers like Ustad Gulam Ali Khan and Bhajan Samrat Anup Jalota. He has also collected numerous honors and awards,

Madan Krishna Shrestha is a well known Nepali actor/producer/director/singer/ of Nepal Film Industry. Together with Mr. Hari Bamsha Acharya, he has achieved increasing popularity among Nepalese people in Nepal and around the world.