Namrata Shrestha

Acting

Namrata Shrestha

Born 1985-06-14 · Dharan, Nepal

Namrata Shrestha (born June 14, 1985) is a highly acclaimed Nepalese actress and model who has been a prominent figure in the entertainment industry since her debut in 2008. She quickly rose to fame with her role as Ritu in the romantic comedy Sano Sansar. She followed this success with the hit film Mero Euta Saathi Chha in 2009, establishing herself as a leading talent in Nepali cinema. Known for her dedication to her craft, she has taken on diverse and challenging roles, such as playing a mute woman in Maun and performing her own stunts for the action film Xira, for which she even shaved her head. Her career is marked by several prestigious awards, including the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in the movie Classic (2016). She also received widespread critical acclaim for her role as Narayani in the film Prasad (2018), which earned her multiple "Best Actress" honors at the Dcine Awards and other major ceremonies. In addition to her film work, Shrestha is an accomplished theater performer, with lead roles in plays like Jalpari and Yerma. As both an actor and filmmaker, she remains one of the most influential and respected personalities in the Nepali arts, recognized for her ability to bring depth and authenticity to every character she portrays.

Acting credits

Chhadke poster
7.3

The film tells the story of three childhood friends. The trio all had dreams to fulfill 'when they grew up', but time and destiny seem to have other plans for them. A difficult life is forced upon them when the elder brother of one of these three men is hit by the vehicle of a shady character called Chewang and left completely paralyzed. The three friends then find themselves in the way of a criminal gang called 'Royal', of which Chewang is the leader.

Chhadke

2013

Classic poster
NR

Two visually impaired musicians navigate a tumultuous romance, where their bond is tested by professional success and personal insecurities.

Classic

2016

November Rain poster
7.0

Unusual rain in November brings change into the life of Aayush and Sheetal.

November Rain

2014

Mero Euta Saathi Chha poster
6.7

Jay, who is the heir to the property, is raised by his grandparents after the death of his parents. Being the rich guy he abuses his wealth. One day he skips class and while riding on his bike, he gets challenged from another bike rider in black helmet. He gets ahead of him and blocks his way. He acknowledges that the black helmet person was chased by Nepal Police for crime of robbery.

Mero Euta Saathi Chha

2009

Parva poster
3.0

A character continuously carries out attacks for his self satisfaction, after an incident occurred at a festival.

Parva

2017

Tandav poster
5.0

When an arms deal on the Nepal India border goes south, a group of traveler's in a border hotel must band together to survive the resulting siege.

Tandav

2014

Prasad poster
8.0

Newly married couple face a lot of challenges when they find out they can't conceive.

Prasad

2018

Sano Sansar poster
8.5

A young man helps a drunk woman get home safely, then learns that she is the same friend with whom he's been chatting online.

Sano Sansar

2008

Sambodhan poster
10.0

A determined investigative journalist is on a thrilling quest to uncover the truth behind a mysterious murder, reflecting the complex, gritty realities of Nepali society.

Sambodhan

2015

Maun: a loud silence poster
NR

Aman and Barsha— both deaf and mute— navigate their budding love in Kathmandu while Aman battles a dark past and seeks revenge on the man who caused his trauma

Maun: a loud silence

2014

Xira poster
NR

Martial arts, Xira embarks on a relentless path of vengeance and justice after a notorious mob kingpin murders her police officer husband.

Xira

2019

Marionettes (and the virtue of a lotus flower) poster
NR

Unaware of the strings of suffering that manipulate her world, a young girl seeks to understand why her mother is the way she is.

Marionettes (and the virtue of a lotus flower)

2023