B.S. Rana

Acting

B.S. Rana

Bedendra Shamsher Jung Bahadur Rana, widely known as B.S. Rana, was a legendary veteran actor in the Nepali film industry renowned for his commanding screen presence, distinct voice, and versatile acting style. Born into the prominent Rana family of Kathmandu, he received an elite education at St. Joseph's School in Darjeeling and later spent nearly thirty years in the United Kingdom, where he immersed himself in English literature and performed in Shakespearean theater. Upon returning to Nepal, he balanced his artistic passion by teaching English literature at local colleges before making his formal Nepali cinema debut in the 1984 film Anyaya. Over a career spanning several decades, he acted in over fifty feature films, including iconic titles like Chino, Koseli, Basanti, and Seto Bagh. Despite his aristocratic lineage and successful acting career, Rana faced severe financial hardships and health complications in his later years, eventually passing away from heart complications at the age of 79 on February 1, 2019, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of Kollywood's most disciplined and elegant character actors.

Acting credits

Dasdhunga poster
5.7

Based on true events of the mysterious death of CPN-UML leader Madan Bhandari in Dashdhunga, Nepal.

Dasdhunga

2010

Ek Din Ek Raat poster
NR

A news reporter and his team of media friends investigate a mysterious highway plagued by unexplained fatal accidents, racing against a 24-hour deadline to prove the presence of supernatural forces.

Ek Din Ek Raat

2011

Jeevan Sangharsha poster
9.7

A poet gets dejected with the materialistic society around him. The only person he gets some sympathy from is a washed out working girl who gives him shelter. Rejected by publishers, he gains fame when his death is reported by a newspaper.

Jeevan Sangharsha

1994

Shankar poster
8.0

Shankar's fight against corrupted local forces and gangsters to protect his loved ones.

Shankar

1997

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

Rahar poster
NR

The film portrays the many ups and downs of life through a heartfelt story of love and family relationships. It follows the characters as they struggle to fulfill their dreams and responsibilities, highlighting the emotional challenges they face along the way.

Rahar

1996

Kasle Choryo Mero Mann poster
8.0

Manavi father forces her to get married to his billionaire partner's son so, they could become the richest person in Nepal, however, she runs away on the very day.

Kasle Choryo Mero Mann

2013

Love Station poster
NR

As love, betrayal, and long-buried secrets intertwine, Rani embarks on an emotional journey to uncover her true identity, ultimately reuniting with the family she lost as a child.

Love Station

2019

I am Sorry poster
8.0

Gaurav and Shruti love each other unconditionally, but both share some secret about their past.

I am Sorry

2012

Kusume Rumal 2 poster
NR

Suniti's daughter, Kusum navigates a passionate romance with a reckless biker named Sohan, who faces tragic, unforeseen heartbreak shortly after their marriage.

Kusume Rumal 2

2009

Basanti poster
8.5

Basanti is a historical love story based on the novel by Diamond Shamsher. It depicts the story of a girl along with the accounts of the historical events during the time of Junga Bahadur Rana, the first Rana Prime Minister of Nepal.

Basanti

2000

Darpan Chhaya 2 poster
NR

A couple deeply enjoys each other's company, only to have their blossoming relationship upended by unforeseen twists of fate and the harsh realities of life.

Darpan Chhaya 2

2017

Dakshina poster
NR

A story about the life of a teacher who always preaches his students to be a good person in life.

Dakshina

1994

Hostel poster
5.7

A group of teenagers navigates the intense and emotional realities of college life, exploring a web of romance, betrayal, and friendship as the students deal with academic pressure, family expectations, and the bittersweet struggles of growing up.

Hostel

2013

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

Chino poster
7.0

An unfortunate event separates two young brothers and are later united by the fate to resolve the burdening suffer their mother had been carrying for very long.

Chino

1991

Dui Thopa Aansu poster
6.3

A series of unfortunate events compels an unmarried woman to raise a child, not her own.

Dui Thopa Aansu

1993

Seto Bagh poster
8.0

The movie 'Seto Bagh' is set during the last days of Jung Bahadur Rana following his death and then the start of conspiracies within the Rana family with the motive of accessing the power to rule.

Seto Bagh

2015

Aparadh poster
NR

Aparadh is a 1994 Nepali social drama film featuring elements of comedy and action.

Aparadh

1994