Born in Tansen, Palpa, Nepal
Rajesh Hamal
राजेश हमाल
Also known as Rajesh Dai, Mahaa Nayak
Leading actor of Nepali cinema, active since 1991
About
Rajesh Hamal acted in his first film in 1991. The film was called Yug Dekhi Yug Samma. His uncle, Deepak Rayamajhi, made the film. After that, Rajesh Hamal became one of the highest-paid actors in Nepali cinema. This lasted through the 1990s and 2000s.
He has also hosted TV shows in Nepal. One of them was the Nepali version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1964-06-09
- Birthplace
- Tansen, Palpa, Nepal
- Profession
- Actor, Television presenter
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Alive
Education
University of Delhi
MA, English
Career & life timeline
- 1964
- 1991
Made his acting debut in Yug Dekhi Yug Samma
- 1992
Starred in Deuta, which further established his career
Achievements
Set multiple Nepali box-office records as a lead actor, including the most consecutive commercial hits
Last updated: 2026-08-31