
Menuka Pradhan
Description
Menuka Pradhan is a prominent and highly respected Nepali actress known for her remarkable versatility, expressive performances, and deep-rooted commitment to her craft. Born on July 23, 1993, in Gaindakot, Nawalpur, she began her journey in the world of media at a young age, appearing on local television while still in school. Her passion for acting led her to formal training at Actors’ Studio in Kathmandu, where she studied under the acclaimed theatre director Anup Baral. Menuka made her film debut with Ek Din Ek Raat and gradually rose to national fame through standout roles in popular and critically acclaimed films such as Resham Filili, Gajalu, Purano Dunga, Damaruko Dandibiyo, and the emotionally powerful Saili, for which she won the NEFTA Film Award for Best Actress in 2019. Beyond mainstream cinema, she has worked extensively in theater and appeared in numerous music videos, most notably the viral hit “Saili,” which showcased both her acting depth and cultural resonance. With a strong background in jazz and contemporary dance, Menuka is also admired for her graceful performances in dance sequences and stage shows. Known for her down-to-earth nature, adventurous spirit, and love for solo travel, she continues to inspire audiences with roles that highlight realism, emotional nuance, and the evolving voice of modern Nepali women. Over the years, she has become a symbol of quality and sincerity in Nepali cinema, steadily carving a path as one of the most talented and influential actresses of her generation.
Movies

Shikari 2

Ek Din Ek Raat

Visa Girl

Sungava

Vijilante 3D

Utsav

Talakjung Vs Tulke

Zhigrana

Resham Filili

Ko Aafno

Gajalu

Purano Dunga

Hitler

Jaalo

Raato Ghar

Dui Rupaiyan

Lalpurja

Sherbahadur

Saadhe 7

Damaruko Dandibiyo

Saili

Pani Photo

The Secrets of Radha

Mahanagar

Ganapati

Chitra

Mansara
Music

Saili

Jalera Kharani
Personal Details
All Movies
Year | Movie Name | Character Played |
---|---|---|
2010 | Shikari 2 | - |
2010 | Ek Din Ek Raat | - |
2012 | Visa Girl | - |
2013 | Sungava | - |
2013 | Vijilante 3D | - |
2014 | Utsav | - |
2014 | Talakjung Vs Tulke | - |
2015 | Zhigrana | - |
2015 | Resham Filili | - |
2016 | Ko Aafno | - |
2016 | Gajalu | - |
2016 | Purano Dunga | - |
2016 | Hitler | - |
2017 | Jaalo | - |
2017 | Raato Ghar | - |
2017 | Dui Rupaiyan | - |
2018 | Lalpurja | - |
2018 | Sherbahadur | - |
2018 | Saadhe 7 | - |
2018 | Damaruko Dandibiyo | - |
2027 | Saili | - |
2022 | Pani Photo | - |
2022 | The Secrets of Radha | - |
2023 | Mahanagar | - |
2023 | Ganapati | - |
2024 | Chitra | - |
2024 | Mansara | - |
Awards Recieved
Year | Movie Name | Character Played | Status |
---|---|---|---|
Box Office Film Award 2017 | Purano Dunga | - | Awarded |
Nefta Film Award 2071 | Zhigrana | - | Nominated |
NFDC National Film Award 2073 | Purano Dunga | - | Awarded |
Cine Circle Award 2074 | Purano Dunga | - | Awarded |
Dcine Award 2074 | Purano Dunga | - | Awarded |
Kamana Film Award 2075 | Sherbahadur | - | Nominated |
Nefta Film Award 2075 | Saili | - | Awarded |
Kamana Film Award 2076 | Saili | - | Nominated |