Bipana Thapa
Bipana Thapa | |
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| Born | Bipana Thapa 29 August 1977 Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1995–2008 |
| Height | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) |
| Spouse |
Ashutosh Bhardwoj (m. 2008) |
Bipana Thapa (Nepali: विपना थापा, born 29 August 1977) is a Nepalese actress. Bipana had been active in Nepali film industry until she got married in 2008 to Ashutosh Bhardwoj.[2]
Bipana Thapa was born in Kathmandu. She was one of the prominent actress of Nepal in 90's. In addition to acting Bipana was also into fashion designing business. She used to design her own costumes for her roles in her movies. Her design business Bipanaz Boutique was located at Bhatbhateni, Kathmandu.[3]
She make an acting debut in 1993 with tele-serial Nirdosh Kaidi which was huge hit after success of nirdosh kaidi. She appeared in a feature film JanaBhumi (1995) with Saroj Khanal following the success of her debut film.
Early life
Born in Kathmandu, Nepal, on 29 August 1977, Bipana Thapa was influenced by her father's vision for her to pursue acting. Despite losing him early in life, his ambition remained a driving force in her career.
Career
Early breakthrough and stardom (1993–2008)
Thapa debuted at 13 in the TV serial Nirdosh Kaidi (1993). She entered films with Janmabhumi (1995) at 14, becoming a dominant Kollywood actress with over 80 films. Known for roles in Apsara and Muglan with co-stars like Rajesh Hamal, she also ran "Bipanaz Boutique," designing her own on-screen costumes. She married in April 2008 and moved to India.
Hiatus and character comeback (2024–present)
After a 16-year break, Thapa returned in Hrashwo Deergha (2024). She transitioned to character roles, appearing in *Aa Bata Aama* (2026).
Filmography
| Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 1995 | Janma Bhoomi |
| 2000 | Apsara |
| 2000 | Aago |
| 2000 | Tan Ta Sarai Bigris Ni Badri |
| 2001 | Ke Bho Lau Na Ni |
| 2002 | Mitini |
| 2002 | Sahid Gate |
| 2002 | Bakshis (as Bipna Thapa) |
| 2003 | Gaazal (as Gaazal) |
| 2005 | Nagad narayan (as Shova Bhauju) |
| Khyal Khyalaima | |
| 2026 | Aa Bata Aama (as Devaki) |
Awards
| SN | Award Title | Film Name / Project | Year | Result / Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hamro Swabhimaan National Award | Contribution to Nepalese Cinema | 2023 | Won [4] |
| 2 | Embassy Felicitation & Contribution Honor | Lifetime Contribution to Nepali Cinema | 2026 | Won [5] |
References
- ↑ "Bipana Thapa in Nepal to provide relief". The Kathmandu Post. 31 May 2015. Retrieved 16 July 2016.
- ↑ Anand Nepal (2 February 2016) [7 January 2013]. "Biography of Bipana Thapa". NepaliActress.com. Retrieved 19 April 2015.
- ↑ Anand Nepal (12 November 2009). "Bipana Thapa". xnepali.net. Retrieved 19 April 2015.
- ↑ "Bipana Thapa, Renowned Film Actress Hamro Gaurav Award 2023". Hamro Swabhimaan via Facebook. 13 September 2023. Retrieved 1 August 2026.
- ↑ "Actress Bipana Thapa honored by Nepal Embassy in New Delhi". Nepal News. 8 July 2026. Retrieved 1 August 2026.
External links
- Bipana Thapa at IMDb