Nikhil Upreti

Acting

Nikhil Upreti

Born 1974-05-16 · Sarlahi District, Nepal

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. 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.

Acting credits

Flash Back: Farkera Herda poster
NR

A boy comes back to Nepal to attend a wedding. However, he meets a village girl and instantly falls in love with her.

Flash Back: Farkera Herda

2010

Parkhi Basen poster
NR

Raj arrives in Kathmandu with dreams of becoming a renowned singer, while his journey is shaped by his mother's blessings, love, and the countless struggles he faces while pursuing his ambition.

Parkhi Basen

2008

Hami Teen Bhai poster
8.0

A heartwarming family drama about the unbreakable bond between three brothers.

Hami Teen Bhai

2004

Pahilo Pahilo Maya poster
NR

A heartfelt triangular love story as they navigate deep emotional ties, societal hurdles, and conflict driven by family resistance.

Pahilo Pahilo Maya

2010

Sanrakshan poster
9.0

The story of the politics of Nepal; how they use their power to control the whole nation.

Sanrakshan

2017

Pinjada Back Again poster
NR

Samrat is wrongfully imprisoned for a crime; driving him to break out and fight a deadly underworld syndicate to clear his name.

Pinjada Back Again

2018

Acharya poster
NR

Plot to be announced.

Acharya

2026

Khalnayak poster
NR

An intense action thriller unfolds as relentless and ruthless criminals collide in a high-stakes battle where crime, morality, and love are put to the ultimate test.

Khalnayak

2008

Radhe poster
8.0

A young man leaves his village after being rejected by his lover's father due to his poor financial status, eventually joins the army, and undergoes a transformative journey.

Radhe

2017

Mission Paisa poster
NR

A group of individuals unite to seek revenge against the people who wrongly imprisoned them.

Mission Paisa

2009

Nikhil Dai poster
NR

A protective elder brother goes to extreme lengths to safeguard his beloved siblings and fight against anything.

Nikhil Dai

2006

Dhakdan poster
NR

A pair of lovers from humble backgrounds find their relationships threatened by the greed and prejudice of wealthy families, forcing them to overcome deception, betrayal, and social divisions in a fight for love and acceptance.

Dhakdan

2004

Nirbhay poster
10.0

An intrepid and fearless police officer takes matters into his own hands to combat widespread corruption and dismantle a powerful criminal syndicate terrorizing society.

Nirbhay

2017

Dharmaa poster
NR

Dharmaa is posted as the DFO of Kaliban after the poachers killed the previous DFO at their post. Dharmaa leaves his wife Gauri at home with his brother Abhaya and sister-in-law, Diya. The poachers and the police in the Kaliban area have teamed up to smuggle timber from the forest.

Dharmaa

2010

Ram Balaram poster
6.0

A story depicting the conflict of of two brothers— Ram and Balaram.

Ram Balaram

2010

Maanish poster
NR

A compassionate police inspector releases four prisoners to teach them how to become civilized and functioning members of society.

Maanish

2006

Bhagya Bidhata poster
NR

Directed by Dayaram Dahal, the 2007 Nepali action-drama Bhagya Bidhata follows two contrasting protagonists— played by megastars Rajesh Hamal and Nikhil Upreti— who find their lives intertwined in a story of duty, justice, and destiny.

Bhagya Bidhata

2007

Papi Manchhe 2 poster
NR

After an escape from false accusation, the fight begins against the underworld to prove an innocence and protect the family.

Papi Manchhe 2

2008

Papi Manchhe poster
NR

The story of a family that is shattered by a sinful politician.

Papi Manchhe

2005

Pinjada poster
NR

A man gets caught in a web of betrayal and murder; fights to clear his name and reunite with his true love while evading his enemies and a double-crossing ally.

Pinjada

2001

Dobato poster
NR

Dobato is a classic Nepali movie released in 2007, celebrated for bringing together some of the biggest icons of the Nepali film industry.

Dobato

2007

Behind the camera