Dayahang Rai
Actor · b. 1980 · Khawa, Bhojpur District, Nepal
Dayahang Rai is a cornerstone of modern Nepali cinema, often credited with shifting the industry away from stereotypical hero tropes toward nuanced, character-driven storytelling. A proud representative of the indigenous Rai community, he brought his extensive background in theatre specifically from the renowned Gurukul: School of Theatre to the silver screen, debuting in the film Anagarik in 2006. However, it was his breakout role Gopal in the 2012 blockbuster Loot that transformed him into a national phenomenon. This role, along with his performance in the Kabaddi franchise, cemented his reputation for portraying the "common man" with a blend of dry humor and deep emotional resonance. Throughout his prolific career, Dayahang has demonstrated remarkable range, moving seamlessly between mainstream hits and artistic, independent projects. His collaboration with director Nischal Basnet and his work in films like White Sun (Seto Surya) with Deepak Rauniyar— which gained international acclaim at the Venice Film Festival—showcase his commitment to elevating Nepali cinema on the global stage. Beyond his acting prowess, he is a dedicated mentor to young artists and continues to be involved in the theatre scene through Mandala Theatre, which he co-founded. In his personal life, he is married to Benuka Rai, and together they have a son, Samduhang Rai. His journey from a small village in Bhojpur to becoming a multiple National Award winner remains an inspiring blueprint for aspiring actors across the Himalayas.
Movies20
MovieDramaThe movie is based on the true story of the Nepali worker in the middle east who are compelled to be away from their families.
MovieDramaAction"Hattichhap" is a 2024 Nepali social comedy-drama that delves into themes of political betrayal, community accountability, and the pursuit of quality education in a rural setting.
Hattichhap
2024
Movie7.6ActionCrimeLoot is the story for five guys who find quick ways of success and accomplishment in life. It is a quest for quick money and better life. In a place where the crime rates are ascending day by day, Loot draws a reality check on the present security system of the city. Loot is about relationships: it's about friendship and betrayal. Loot is the real picture of Kathmandu; the city of crime and lawlessness like never explored before.
Movie6.1DramaThree middle aged childhood friends Purne, Karne and Guna Prasad are still bachelor and want to get married and settled. Purne’s mother want to marry his son with a daughter of a rich villager. The father of the born unlucky girl has announced 1.5 Million rupees for her groom. Karne from the untouchable cast is in one sided love with the same born unlucky girl. Guna Prasad, a public school teacher is unable to express his deep inner love to Karne’s sister. The dreams and desires of each friend bring conflict between them and the drama gone extreme when a hunter tourist make an entry in the village. Their childhood friendship is now on the edge of the sword.
MovieDramaMusicContinuing the story of the first film, Jaari 2 follows the journey of Namsang and his wife Hangma as they embark on a new chapter of their married life. The film's narrative is deeply rooted in the culture of the Limbu community and revolves around the Chyabrung, a traditional drum that symbolizes love, identity and resilience. The film explores how Namsang navigates personal struggles and the complexities of his community's traditions with the guidance of the drum's rhythms.
MovieDramaMovie follows the story of Balaram, an orphaned Brahmin boy raised by a poor Rai couple in a society that never accepts him as their own. Struggling with identity, poverty, and prejudice, Balaram is pushed into crime but rises against injustice to prove that true family is built on love, not blood. As he fights for dignity and belonging, he transforms not just his fate, but the hearts of those around him.
Movie7.3DramaTulke – a simpleton day-laborer in a Nepalese mountain village –struggles to reclaim his lost aristocratic identity while a violent revolution disrupts every aspect of village life. Humiliated everyday by everybody around him, Tulké desperately seeks recognition and respect. Instead, he is falsely accused by the woman he loves and forced to flee from his ancestral village. When the city corrupts him and teaches him how the treacherous accumulate and wield power, he returns to his village to avenge himself against people who have wronged him and his family. He becomes a lackey to the revolutionaries in the village, and because he refuses to wrong those he loves, finds himself ensnared in a web of deception and violence, leading to a tragic conclusion for everybody.
Movie8.0DramaA portrayal of the everyday struggles faced by a newly married couple in a slum in urban Nepal.
Movie5.7DramaHistoryBased on true events of the mysterious death of CPN-UML leader Madan Bhandari in Dashdhunga, Nepal.
MovieA suspenseful story about violence towards women in Nepal.
Movie3.0ActionCrimeLalteen is a movie that illustrates the criminal activities of gangs and their way of life in the city. Guns and violence are daily rituals of gang members and innocent people are victimized. Lalteen visualizes the hardship when involved with criminals and the result is mostly terrible.
MovieDramaComedyDegree Maaila is the only English graduate in a village, who has returned from a city. As the campus committee is warned to run the English classes properly or bear the consequences of shutting down, they decide to hire him for the job, which he declines. Maaila's love interest and the committee want him to take up the job but he is adamant.
Movie7.0DramaHistorySet in the early 2000s, a story about Uma, her brother Milan and their widow mother living in rural Nepal during the Maoist insurgency.
Movie5.8DramaFive different relationship stories become connected during an ill-fated bus journey from eastern Nepal to the capital, Kathmandu.
Highway
2012 · 6 votes
Movie7.5HistoryDramaA wounded rebel from an underground insurgent group seeks refuge in a remote village, where guilt, suspicion, and the struggle for survival force him to confront his past and the consequences of violence.
Movie7.3ThrillerDramaThe 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.
MovieDramaRam and Maya move thousands of miles from their home in Nepal in hopes of realizing their dream in New York City. As Ram works to finish his feature film, Maya receives a job offer that puts a strain on their relationship and calls into question what they are willing to sacrifice to maintain the lifestyle of international filmmakers.
Four Nights
2022
Movie5.0DramaRomanceTwo people from different caste start to fall in love but as their parents oppose them; they run away.
Movie7.1DramaYoung Pooja lives with her mother in a village in Nepal. Though saddened by the death of her grandfather, she is secretly thrilled at the prospect of meeting the man she hopes may be her father — Chandra, a former Maoist guerrilla who is returning home after a decade-long civil conflict.
Movie8.0CrimeA dangerous game of cat-and-mouse as a police inspector, a vengeful mobster, and corrupt figures constantly deceive and double-cross each other to secure a massive digital heist.