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Arpan Thapa is a renowned Nepali actor, screenwriter, and director. Born on November 15, 1978, in Kathmandu, Nepal, he has made significant contributions to the Nepali film industry. Career Highlights Acting: Arpan began his acting career with the Nepali film "Sick City," playing the lead role as Krishna. He has since appeared in numerous films, including "Batch No: 16," "Dhanda," "Chhadke," "Badhshala," "Maun," "Mukhauta," "Suntali," "Dying Candle," "Bir Bikram," "Bato Muni ko Phool 2," "Hamlet," "Anaagat," "America Boys," "Lappan Chhappan," "Changa Chet," "Firke," "Ghar," "Teen Jantu," "Chiso Manchhe," and "Prasad 2". Directing: He has directed several films, including "Mukhauta" (2014), "Aadha Love" (2017), "Sunkesari" (2018), "Ghar" (2019), and "Teen Jantu" (2020). Writing: Arpan has also written scripts for many of the films he has directed. Personal Life Arpan studied acting in Mumbai in 2002 before returning to Nepal to start his career in the Nepali film industry. He is known for his dedication to his craft and his ability to portray complex characters on screen.

Mina Shrestha is a Nepali film actress active in the late 1990s, known for her graceful presence and expressive performances during the era’s shift toward modern, music‑driven storytelling. She portrayed a variety of characters across different films, delivering natural, effortless acting in every role. Though her career was brief, she remains part of the 90s generation remembered for charm, simplicity, and evolving screen aesthetics.

Deshbhakta Khanal is a talented actor and director from Nepal. He began his career in theater, performing in plays like Gorakha Bhartikendra and Merchant of Venice. Later, he transitioned to television as an assistant director, working on the series Guruaama Nepalki. His film career took off with Bijaya Parajaya, where he contributed as both an actor and assistant director. Over the years, he has acted in more than 20 feature films, 45 TV serials, and 35 stage dramas. He has also worked as a scriptwriter for around 20 projects. In 1999, he started directing Nepali films, with notable works including Pinjada, Man Mero Mandaina, Santan Thari Tharika, Baazee, and Achanak. Additionally, he has been involved in international projects, such as the Japanese film Miteri Gaun (Tomodachi No Mura) and the American movie Highway to Dhampus.

Gajit Bista (Nepali: गजित बिष्ट) is a Nepali film actor and model known for his leading and supporting roles across more than 20 feature films, along with an extensive presence in Nepali music videos. Born in Bhojpur, Nepal, he entered the public eye through the national TV reality show Khoji Pratibhako before making his film debut with Maya’s Bar—a performance that earned him the D‑Cine Award for Best Debut Actor (Male). Over the past decade and a half, he has built a versatile screen career with notable roles in Love You Baba, Love Forever, Dhauli, Adhakatti, Tori Lahure, and Hairaan. He is also a decorated music‑video performer, winning multiple national awards for his work in modern Nepali songs. Gajit Bista continues to be recognized as a dynamic on‑screen presence in contemporary Nepali cinema.