Nikhil Upreti
Biography
Nikhil Upreti is a legendary action superstar who redefined the stunt landscape of the Nepali film industry. He made a historic debut in the 2001 film Pinjada, where he performed a famous jump from the seven-story Kantipur Hospital building without a harness, instantly cementing his reputation as a daredevil. Throughout the 2000s, he dominated the box office with over 100 films, including major hits like Hami Tin Bhai, Dhadkan, Agnipath, and Nikhil Dai. After a brief transition to Mumbai to explore the Indian film industry, he made a successful return to Nepal in 2015 with the self-directed blockbuster Bhairav.
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In his personal life, he is married to actress Sanchita Luitel, with whom he has a son named Kashav and a daughter named Saisha. Beyond his cinematic achievements, he is recognized for his deep commitment to yoga and spiritual philosophy, which he frequently promotes through his public platforms. He continues to be a respected figure in Kollywood, focusing on high-quality production and social activism.
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Filmography
- 2026AcharyaFilm: Writer, Director
- 2018Pinjada Back AgainFilm
- 2017SanrakshanFilm
- 2017RadheFilm
- 2017NirbhayFilm
- 2010Flash Back: Farkera HerdaFilm
- 2010DharmaaFilm: Ajit Jung
- 2010Ram BalaramFilm: Balaram
- 2010Pahilo Pahilo MayaFilm
- 2009Mission PaisaFilm: Razz
- 2008Papi Manchhe 2Film
- 2008KhalnayakFilm
- 2008Parkhi BasenFilm
- 2007Bhagya BidhataFilm
- 2007DobatoFilm
- 2006MaanishFilm: Bishnu
- 2006Nikhil DaiFilm
- 2005Papi ManchheFilm
- 2004Hami Teen BhaiFilm: Laxman
- 2004DhakdanFilm
- 2001PinjadaFilm
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