Born in Khawa, Bhojpur District, Eastern Nepal
Dayahang Rai
दयाहाङ् राई
Also known as Daya Hang Rai
One of Nepal's most acclaimed contemporary actors, known for Loot, Kabaddi, and White Sun
About
Dayahang Rai grew up in a remote village in Bhojpur district. He later moved to Kathmandu. His academic studies did not work out, so he turned to theatre and stage performance instead.
He moved into film with Mero Euta Saathi Chha (2009). He built a reputation for skilled, praised performances in many kinds of roles. He won three National Film Awards. He starred in landmark films, including Loot, Kabaddi, and White Sun. White Sun was the first Nepali film ever submitted for the Academy Awards.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1980-04-13
- Birthplace
- Khawa, Bhojpur District, Nepal
- Profession
- Actor, Film director, Playwright
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Alive
Previous roles
Theatre actor
Mandala Theatre, Nepal
Career & life timeline
- 1980
- 2001
Moved to Kathmandu and turned to theatre and stage shows
- 2009
Made his film debut in Mero Euta Saathi Chha and won his first National Film Award for Dasdhunga
- 2012
Starred in Loot and Highway, both turning points in his film career
- 2016
Starred in White Sun, Nepal's first film submitted for the Academy Awards
Achievements
Three National Film Awards
Best Supporting Actor (2009, Dasdhunga), Best Actor (2015, Sambodhan), Best Actor (2016, Kabaddi Kabaddi)
Organizations & affiliations
- Mandala Theatre, Nepal
Last updated: 2026-09-06