Benisha Hamal

Harshika Shrestha is a Nepali actress, legal advisor, and co-producer known for her versatile roles in action and romantic films. She debuted opposite Prashant Tamang in Angalo Yo Maya Ko and gained popularity through films like Lootera, Mukhauta, Nagbeli, Zanjeer, and Mission Paisa 2 – Reloaded. She has acted in over 14 films and served as legal advisor for Sadanga and Kina Kina, and co-produced Mission Nepal. Harshika began her career as a model and editor before transitioning to acting. Her dynamic presence and legal background make her a unique figure in Nepali cinema.

Manisha Koirala is a Nepal‑born, internationally acclaimed actress and social activist whose career spans Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, and Nepali cinema. Rising to prominence in the 1990s as one of Bollywood’s most celebrated leading actresses, she is known for her powerful performances in films such as 1942: A Love Story, Bombay, Khamoshi: The Musical, Dil Se.., Gupt, Akele Hum Akele Tum, Company, and Lajja. A recipient of multiple Filmfare Awards and national honors, she has also served as a UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador and is widely respected for her cancer‑survivor advocacy and humanitarian work.

Mahima Silwal (1991–2020) was a Nepali actress and model known for her bold roles and expressive performances in contemporary Nepali cinema. Originally from Bharatpur, Chitwan, she began her career in modeling before debuting in the film Karbahi. She went on to star in April Fool, Ek Pal, Kismat 2, and several music videos, earning recognition for portraying strong, independent female characters. Tragically, Mahima passed away on February 12, 2020, in a road accident in Gajuri, Dhading, while traveling with her sister Sharmila, who also died in the incident. Her untimely death was a great loss to the Nepali film industry.

Thinley Lhamo (born circa 1997) is a Nepali-Tibetan actress best known for her powerful role as Pema in Shambhala (2024), Nepal’s Oscar entry and Berlinale selection. She previously starred in Naakaa (2017) and Hari (2018). Her performance in Shambhala earned her the Boccalino d’Oro Prize for Best Acting Performance at the 77th Locarno Film Festival. Lhamo’s journey began with the Nepal Tibet Opera Association, where she honed her stage presence. She trained under Anup Baral before landing the lead in Shambhala, a film shot in Dolpo’s rugged terrain