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Umesh Mayalu is a Nepali comedian and film artist known for his expressive humor, sharp timing, and ability to portray everyday Nepali characters with warmth and relatability. Active across stage, television, and cinema, he has built a reputation as a versatile performer who blends social commentary with light‑hearted comedy. His performances often highlight the quirks, struggles, and joys of ordinary people, making him a familiar and beloved presence in Nepali entertainment.

Sushanta Kumar Shrestha is a veteran Nepali film actor best known for his powerful portrayals of negative and villain characters in Nepali cinema. Active for decades, he has appeared in dozens of feature films, earning recognition for his intense expressions, strong dialogue delivery, and commanding on‑screen presence.Shrestha belongs to the generation of actors who helped shape the classic era of Nepali commercial films, where villain roles demanded physicality, emotional weight, and dramatic impact. His performances often brought depth to antagonistic characters, making him a memorable face in many action‑drama and social‑themed movies.

Bishnu Bhakta Phuyal was an artist and theater actor. He had been active in Nepali cinema for a long time. Phuyal passed away on the 19th of Poush, 2073 B.S. (January 3, 2017), while performing on stage at the Rastriya Nachghar in Kathmandu. He collapsed while portraying King Janak in the play Maharshi Yagya Valkya, directed by Badri Adhikari. Despite immediate attention, he could not be revived. Phuyal was also seen in the popular comedy series Tito Satya, where he played the role of actress Deepashree Niraula’s father. In addition to television, he acted in numerous Nepali films. He had once expressed a wish to die while working in the theater—and ultimately, he departed while performing on stage. His catchphrase “Youre my love” with hip-hop style from Tito Satya made him widely recognized and beloved by audiences.

Purna Thapa is a renowned comedian, playwright, and radio program presenter and producer. He was born in Jhamshikhel in the year 2020 B.S. (1963/64 A.D.) to father Haribahadur Thapa and mother Subhalakshmi Thapa. Around 2031/32 B.S. (1974/75 A.D.), satirical performances like “Khirchor” and “Pagal Dance” were being staged in and around Jhamshikhel, Lalitpur. These performances gained significant popularity at the time. The artists behind them were Purna Thapa Magar and his friend Shri Om Shrestha. Among them, Purna Thapa remains a well-known figure in the arts even today. His artistic journey, which began during that period, continues to this day. Purna studied up to Grade 10 at Tika Vidyashram School in Lalitpur and completed his Bachelor's degree in Arts from Patan Campus. Alongside acting, he has also worked in writing and directing. In 2041 B.S. (1984/85 A.D.), he got the opportunity to act in his first radio drama.