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RAMINDRA GUPTA
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| File:Ramindra Gupta in Sydney 2014.jpg Ramindra Gupta in Sydney, 2014 | |
| Born | Ramindra Gupta [1] |
| Nationality |  Nepali |
| Other names |
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| Education | Bhanubhakta Memorial School Panjab University (M.A.) |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, TV Presenter, Social Worker |
| Years active | 1985 – present |
| Spouse | Madhu Bhattarai Hamal(2014–present)[2][3] |
| Awards | “National Citizen Golden Award" “National Films Award" |
Ramindra Gupta (Nepali: Ramindra Gupta) ( is a Nepalese actor.[4] He has received many awards for his acting including the National Film Awards from 1988–2014. He is often called the "Maha-Nayak" "महानायक" (Great Actor) for his contribution to Nepalese cinema. He is considered a dominant figure in bringing professionalism in the Nepalese film industry. He has also been involved in many uncredited charity and donation programmes. He is currently serving as Goodwill Ambassador for the Building Back Right initiative to promote reconstruction after the April 25 earthquake that is safe, environmentally sustainable, culturally appropriate and free of rights violations such as child and bonded labour.[5]
After years long wait, Ramindra Gupta got married at the age of 50 years with 28 years old Madhu Bhattarai on 24 May 2014. The ceremony was held at Hotel del' Annapurna.
Education
[edit]Ramindra Gupta(Kishor) was born in Tansen, central Nepal. He did his schooling at Bhanubhakta Memorial Higher Secondary School up to class 8. Then he went to Moscow, Russia with his father who was Nepalese Ambassador to Russia. Ramindra Gupta finished his M.A in English literature from delhi university.
Career
[edit]Ramindra Gupta in his college years, first modelled for Fashion Net, an Indian magazine in 1985; he walked the ramp in Kathmandu and New Delhi in 1986. He started his career as a film actor with Yug Dekhi Yug Samma in 1988, a film made by his maternal uncle. Hamal received a National Film Award for "Best Actor Debut" in 1989, for this film. Till date he has worked in over 230 Nepalese and one Punjabi cinema.
Film career, debut and turning point
[edit]Nonfilm appearances
[edit]Before entering into Nepali Cinema, Hamal was a well known model; in his college years he first modeled for Fashion Net, an Indian magazine in 1985; he walked the ramp in Kathmandu and New Delhi in 1986.
1980s
[edit]In 1988 Deepak Rayamajhi made "Yug Dekhi Yug Samma" giving Ramindra Gupta his first break in Nepalese cinema along with Krishti Mainali. The film was a huge success. He also won National Films Award for "Best Actor Debut". He is the only superstar of Nepal. He has played above 100 of movies.
1990s
[edit]In 1990 he did only one film, Adhikar. He was actor at the box office. 1991 proved to be the best year for Hamal with him getting 3 movies Viz. Bhauju, Deuki and Deuta, all becoming hit. Hamal also received his first National Films Award for Best Actor Award in 1991 film Deuta. In 1992 he appeared in Punjabi film named Kachehri. He also appeared in film Chatyang and earned second National Films Award "Best Actor" category award. In 1993 he appeared in only two films Kasam and Adhikar, both becoming box office success. In 1994 he appeared in film Paribhasa and first time nominated in National Films Award "Best Supporting Actor" Category. He received his Fifth National Films Award for the film Bandhan. In 1997 he worked with actress Jal Shah in film juntara and won National Films Best Actor Award. In 1999 Hamal worked alongside actress Niruta Singh for the first time in the film "Chadani". He played the role of the son of a rich man who fell in love with a village girl. Later he appeared in films Ranabhumi, Dharmaputra, Pardesi Kancha, Shankar, Jindagani, Ek Number Ko Pakhe. His last release in 1999 was "Mato bolcha" which was directed by Rajesh Raj Acharya under Sayapatri films banner. Hamal was nominated for many award categories. He ended up winning National Films best actor awards for this role.
2000s
[edit]In 2000 he appeared in film "Basanti" along with actress Karishma Manandhar with whom he has worked in many films. This Film was based on the era of Rana dynasty. He was critically acclaimed for his acting in the film and this film proved to be the highest-grossing film in the box office. Later he worked in films like Dhuk dhuki, Upakar, Asirbad, Nepal Pyaro Chha, The yug dekhi yug samma". In 2009 he appeared in film "Raju Raja Ram" along with two other stars of Nepalese film industry, Bhuwan K.C. and Shiv Shrestha, where he played role of Raju.
2010s
[edit]His first release in 2010 was comedy film "Hath ma lagyo sunya" and he was nominated for National Films Award "Best Actor In Comic Role". He also did a special appearance in the 2011 film "Bato muni ko phool" as ACP. His last release in 2011 was "Kawach" which was moderate in box office. Later he appeared in many programme like the Nepalese comedy show, reality shows, and award functions.In 2012 he appeared in three hit movies Night queen,Maya ko Barima, Chabilal kanjus chhaina. he is working for Sayapatri banner movie Mero Rajesh Dai.
Rise to superstardom
[edit]1990s-present
[edit]In 1991 director Tulsi Ghimire's film Deuta shot Ramindra Gupta into super-stardom. Tulsi Ghimire cast him in the leading role for the film Deuta. The film was a sharp contrast to the romantically themed films that had generally preceded it and established Hamal in a new persona — the "Romantic Fellow" of Nepali cinema. He won his first Best Actor Award in a leading role. Later many Directors and Leading actress like Karishma Manandhar, Bipana Thapa, Jal Shah, Pooja Chand etc. wanted to work with him. He won many Awards on "Best Actor" category. His fan following increased and many fans wanted to see his movies. His movies start to become houseful in many Theatres.He is one of the most greatest actor in Nepalese History.
Injury while filming Sadak
[edit]1994
[edit]Hamal was more popular actor in action films. It was in 1994, while filming Sadak during a fight scene in prison, he had to save his family from the enemies. He had to break the walls of the prison. When Hamal was performing the fabulous stunt, the bricks of the prison fell upon him and he got injured. The Director suddenly stopped the shooting. Hamal's body was filled with blood and he was suddenly taken to the hospital. Many fans of Hamal came to meet him in the hospital. Hamal took at least 5 months rest and slowly completed the shooting.The film was the fourth highest-grossing film of the year and Hamal was nominated for best actor award. He is the only famous superstar till date to be known by each and every individual.
Television & advertisement appearance
[edit]2000s-present
[edit]In 2004 Hamal appeared in the television show called Wai Wai Quiz Whiz. He appeared in several advertisement like Captain Sabun ( Soap), Steel, Himal Cement, Real Juice, Shares and Investment etc. In 2011 he appeared in the Nepalese comedy show "Meri Bassai" as a superstar "Ramindra Gupta". He was also a special guest in 2011 Miss Angel program. He was also Requested to host the show "Nagad Paanch lakh" but he refused the offer being busy in shooting. Later the show was hosted by Madan Krishna Shrestha
Popularity
[edit](1991–present)
[edit]In 1991 and 1997 Nepalese magazine rated him among the 50 most handsome people in the Nepal. In 1995 Kantipur magazine ranked him among the 20 sexiest stars in film history in Nepal. Two years later it ranked him among the top 10 film stars of all time in Nepalese cinema. In 2002 and 2003, he was rated by Premiere among the top 10 in its annual Power 100 list. In 2006 Premiere ranked Hamal as Nepalese cinema most powerful actor as Hamal came in at number 20 on the magazine's 2006 Power List, being the highest ranked actor. The same year,Peoples magazine ranked him as the Nepal's most powerful celebrity. In August 2006, "a Nepal Today/Gallup poll in which half of those surveyed registered an 'unfavorable' opinion of the actor" was cited as a reason in addition to "unacceptable behavior" for Paramount's non-renewal of their production contract with Hamal. In addition, Marketing Evaluations reports that Hamal's Q score (which is a measure of the popularity of celebrities), had fallen 40 percent. It was also revealed that Hamal is the celebrity people would least like as their best friend. October 10, 2006 was declared "Ramindra Gupta Day" in Nepal; the Nepalese Memorial Day Association said that he was awarded with a special day because he has made more trips to Nepal than any other Kollywood star. His net worth in 2014 was estimated to be $2 million
His physical strength is often highly rated referring it to "Falam Ko Haat" (फलामको हात) i.e. Hand of Iron. This term originally come from his character in movie "Prithivi". His jokes are very popular in Facebook about his character in movie "Prithivi" [6] He regularly hosts quiz programs as well.
Media
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Association with other artists
[edit]1988–present
[edit]Hamal in his career has worked with several actresses. Some of them are as follows:
- Kristi Mainali
- Karishma Manandhar
- Gauri Malla
- Jal Shah
- Pooja chand
- Jharana Thapa
- Niruta Singh
- Bipana Thapa
- Melina Manadhar
- Rekha Thapa
- Sanchita Luitel
- Rejina Uprety
- Manisha Koirala
Awards, nominations and honours
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| Totals[a] | ||||||||
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| Wins | 86 | |||||||
| Nominations | 101 | |||||||
Note
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| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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| 1989 | Yug Dekhi Yug Samma | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1992 | Deuta | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1993 | Chatyang | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1994 | Aparadh | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1995 | Sadak | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 1995 | Prithvi | National Film Award for Best Actor nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 1995 | Paribhasa | nominated in National Film Award Best Supporting Actor | |
| 1996 | Simana | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1997 | Bandhan | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1998 | Jun Tara | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1998 | Shankar | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 1999 | Chor | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 1999 | Rana Bhoomi | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 1999 | Mr Ram Krishne | nominated in National Film Award Best Comedian | |
| 2000 | Mato Bolcha | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 2000 | Chandani | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 2000 | Kancha | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 2001 | Basanti | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 2001 | Dhuk Dhuki | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 2002 | Sahid Gate | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 2002 | Dhan sampati | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 2008 | Yuddha | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 2008 | The Yug Dekhi Yug Samma | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 2009 | Raju Raja Ram | nominated in National Film Award Best Actor | |
| 2010 | Jay Shiva Shankar | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 2011 | Dharmaa | nominated in National Film Award Best Supporting Actor | |
| 2011 | Hath ma lagyo sunya | nominated in National Film Award Best Comedian | |
| 2012 | Bato Muni ko phool | National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 2012 | Chabilal Kanjus Chaina | nominated in National Film Award Best Comedian[7] |
Other awards
[edit]- 1989-Best Ramp performer
- 1989-Best Model of the year
- 1990-Best Ramp Performer
- 1990-Superstar of tomorrow
- 1995-Nepali Superstar Awards
- 1996-Star of the year
- 1997-Entertainer of the year
- 1999-Best Record Keeping Actor
- 2003-Best Actor (Popular Choice)
- 2003-Star of the Year
- 2004-Entertainer of the Year
- 2004-Star of the Year
- 2005-Star of the Year
- 2005-Entertainer of the Year
Popular awards
[edit]- National Film Award Best Actor Award-Also for debut
- CG Digital Award For Best Actor-Also for debut
- NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor-Also for debut
- Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor-Also for debut
- Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor-Also for debut
- He is also known as Rajesh Dai.
Honours and recognizations
[edit]- 1998-Nepali Magines Awards for Best Actor Forever in Nepali cinema
- 1998-Honoured by Government of Nepal for his contribution in Nepali cinema
- 1999-Honoured by Ceremonial Head of Nepal
- 1999-Honoured by Public Service Commission
- 2000-Honoured by National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
- 2003-Honoured by Armed Police Force
- 2004-CG Digital Award For Best Actor
- 2005-Honoured by Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities
- 2006-Honoured by Nepal Bank limited Awards
- 2006-CG Digital Award For Best Actor
- 2006-Honoured by Rastriya Nagarik Sworna Samman (National citizen golden award)
- 2006-Honoured by Kantipur Television for the contribution in Nepali cinema
- 2007-Honoured by Image Channel Television for contribution in Nepali cinema
- 2007-Honoured by Non Resident Nepali Association
- 2008-Honoured by Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Superstar Forever in Nepali movies
- 2008-NEFTA Film Award Life Time Achievement
- 2009-Lifetime Achievement
- 2009-Honoured by Nepali Television for the contribution in Nepali cinema
Partial filmography
[edit]As actor
[edit]1980s-present
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Awards and nominations |
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| 1988 | Yug Dekhi Yug Samma | Aashish | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Debut Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Debut Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Debut Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor Debut |
| 1990 | Adhikar | Rajiv | |
| 1991 | Bhauju | Kabir | |
| 1991 | Deuki | Raju | |
| 1991 | Deuta | Shankar | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1992 | Chatyang | Bhanja | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1992 | Kachehri | Yespal | Punjabi Film |
| 1993 | Kasam | Karan johar | |
| 1993 | Aparadh | Inspector | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1994 | Chahana | Binod chaudhary | |
| 1994 | Sadak | Rajesh | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor |
| 1994 | Paribhasa | Roshan | Winner — National Film Award Best Supporting Actor Award |
| 1994 | Prithvi | Prithvi | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1995 | Jeevan Sangharsha | Bishal | |
| 1995 | Simana | Jwala | Winner – National Film Award Award Best Actor Award |
| 1996 | Avatar | Arjun | |
| 1996 | Agni Parichya | Dilip | |
| 1996 | Bandhan | Raju | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 1996 | Bhariya | Rajesh | |
| 1996 | Chhori Buhari | Biraj | Winner CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1997 | Allare | Yubraj | |
| 1997 | Chandal | Nikhil | Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor |
| 1997 | Jun Tara | Arjun | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 1997 | Shankar | Shankar | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 1998 | Chor | Chor Krishna | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 1998 | Gaunle | Kancha | |
| 1998 | Mr Ram Krishne | Mr Ram krishna | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award In Comic Role |
| 1998 | Pardesi Kancha | Kancha | |
| 1998 | Rana Bhoomi | Yubraj | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1999 | Chandani | Arjun | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 1999 | Dharmaputra | Dhiren | |
| 1999 | Ek Number Ko Pakhe | Pakhe | |
| 1999 | Jindagani | Arogya | |
| 1999 | Kancha | Kancha | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1999 | Mato Bolcha | Arjun | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 1999 | Nagad Narayan | Nagad | |
| 2000 | Basanti | Gagan Singh | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 2000 | Dhuk Dhuki | Bibek | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 2000 | Upkaar | Arjun | |
| 2001 | Aashirbad | Shiva | |
| 2001 | Nepal Pyaro Chha | Shiva | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 2001 | Siudo Ko Sindoor | Tej bahadur | |
| 2001 | Maya Ko Saino | Arjun | |
| 2002 | Sanyas | Arjun | |
| 2002 | Sahid Gate | Samrat | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 2002 | Khandan | Vijaya | |
| 2002 | Dhan sampati | Vijay | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 2003 | Je Bho Ramrai Bho | Raja | |
| 2003 | Jetho Kancha | Arjun | Maji dai |
| 2004 | Hami tin bhai | Vijay | |
| 2005 | Man Mandir | Shiva | |
| 2005 | Maya Namara | Hari prasad | |
| 2006 | Alpaviram | Raja | |
| 2006 | Gurudhakshina | Professor Pitamber | |
| 2006 | Karma | Ramindra Gupta | Cameo |
| 2007 | Yuddha | Ram | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 2008 | Batuli | Vijay | |
| 2008 | The Yug Dekhi Yug Samma | Inspector Arjun | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award |
| 2009 | Bish | Narayan | |
| 2009 | Jay Shiva Shankar | shankar | Winner — National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 2009 | Jungbaaz | Bikky | |
| 2009 | Nishana | Jay | |
| 2009 | Sahara | Shiva | |
| 2009 | Raju Raja Ram | Raju | Winner— National Film Award Best Actor Award Winner-CG Digital Award For Best Actor Winner-NEFTA Film Award For Best Actor Winner-Kantipur Television Award For Best Actor Winner-Federation of Nepali Journalists for Best Actor |
| 2010 | Hath ma lagyo sunya | Shankar | Winner-National Film Award Best Actor Award In Comic Role |
| 2010 | Desh | Nitesh | |
| 2010 | Bato Muni Ko Phool | Inspector | Cameo |
| 2011 | Meri Bassai(TV Serial) | Superstar Ramindra Gupta | Cameo |
| 2011 | Dharmaa | Inspector Arjun (Special Appearance) | Winner — National Film Award Best Supporting Actor Award |
| 2011 | Farki Aau | Rajesh | |
| 2011 | Dulhai | Prajwol | |
| 2011 | Maya Ko Bari ma | Raj | |
| 2012 | Kawach | Santosh | |
| 2012 | Chhabilal Kanjus Chaina | Chhabilal | Winner — National Film Award Best Comedian Actor Award |
| 2012 | Night Queen | Ram | |
| 2012 | Mayako Barimaa | Ganesh | |
| 2012 | Mero Rajesh Dai | Rajesh | |
| 2012 | Paltan | Rajesh | |
| 2012 | Maya's Baar | ||
| 2014 | Mukhauta | ||
| 2016 | Bagmati |
References
[edit]- ^ "Site of Ramindra Gupta". Rajeshhamal.org. [unreliable source?]
- ^ "Simple and Private wedding for Mahanayak Hamal". The Himalayan Times. Retrieved June 8, 2014.
- ^ "Engagement Event of Ramindra Gupta". Dcnepallocalevent.com.
- ^ "Ramindra Gupta". Onlynepali.net.
- ^ http://www.ekantipur.com/2015/07/01/capital/hamal-named-goodwill-ambassador-for-reconstruction/407296.html
- ^ "Ramindra Gupta jokes". Archived from the original on January 17, 2013.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ Nepal, Anish. "The Legendary Actor Ramindra Gupta". Boss Nepal. Retrieved 18 November 2016.
- ^ Biography of Ramindra Gupta Archived July 16, 2014, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ IMDb. "Ramindra Gupta". Retrieved January 6, 2014.
Ramindra Gupta, Actor: Nepal Pyaro Chha.
External links
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[[Category:20th-century Nepalese male actors]]
[[Category:21st-century Nepalese male actors]]