Richa Ghimire

Richa Ghimire is a renowned actress from Nepal, celebrated for her significant contributions to the world of Nepali cinema. Over her impressive career, she has starred in more than 18 feature films, taking on a variety of roles that highlight her versatility and commitment to her art. One of her standout performances was in the film Bish (2009), where she tackled the tough role of a drug addict. To truly embody this character, she dove deep into research and even changed her look with piercings, contact lenses, and hair extensions to make her portrayal as authentic as possible.

But Richa's influence goes beyond acting; she is a passionate advocate for gender equality in the film industry, particularly fighting for equal pay for female actors. She shares her life with director Shankar Ghimire, and together they raise their three children in the United States.