Born in Nawalparasi District
Saugat Malla
सौगात मल्ल
Actor known for playing Haku Kale in Loot; one of contemporary Nepali cinema's most acclaimed performers
About
Saugat Malla made his film debut in Kagbeni (2008). He had to wait several years before his breakout role, as the bank robber Haku Kale, in Nischal Basnet’s Loot (2012). This performance won him Best Actor at India’s National Film Awards. It made him one of the most recognisable faces in Nepali cinema.
He went on to further praise, in films including Kabaddi Kabaddi and Loot 2. He has increasingly moved into producing.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1981-06-07
- Birthplace
- Nawalparasi District, Nepal
- Profession
- Actor, Film producer, Writer
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Alive
Career & life timeline
- 1981
- 2008
Made his film debut in Kagbeni
- 2012
Rose to national prominence playing Haku Kale in Loot
- 2015
Starred in Kabaddi Kabaddi, a major commercial and critical success
Achievements
Best Actor, National Film Awards (India)
2012For his role as Haku Kale in Loot
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Last updated: 2026-09-06