Sunil Thapa

Birthday: 1957-05-19
Deathday: 2026-02-07
Birthplace: Kathmandu, Nepal
Gender: Male
Owned By: Unowned

Sunil Thapa is a legendary figure in Nepali cinema, widely celebrated for his commanding presence and his iconic status as the industry’s most recognizable antagonist. He is best known by the moniker "Ratey Kaila," a character from the 1989 blockbuster film Chino that became a cultural phenomenon and redefined the role of the villain in Nepal. Before his rise to stardom, Thapa was a professional footballer and a photojournalist, diverse experiences that contributed to the intense physicality and charisma he brought to the screen.

Beyond his massive success in Nepal, Thapa achieved significant acclaim in Bollywood, making him one of the most successful crossover actors from the region. While his Indian debut dates back to the 1981 classic Ek Duuje Ke Liye, he gained modern international recognition for his role as the coach in the biopic Mary Kom (2014), which earned him a Filmfare nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He remained a prolific artist until his passing in February 2026, contributing to major projects like The Family Man and mentoring the next generation of actors as the chairman of the Everest Film Academy.

Credits

	Year	Title	Character
		Don’t Sleep
	2026-04-14	Pahaad
	2026-04-10	Ram Naam Satya
	2025-03-13	Anjila
	2024-11-22	Devwani
	2022-09-23	Prem Geet 3
	2019-07-20	Bhaire	Kaila Buwa
	2017-11-24	GST - Galti Sirf Tumhari
	2016-03-18	Lakshya
	2015-10-21	10 Endrathukulla	Gang's Lawyer
	2014-09-05	Mary Kom	M. Narjit Singh
	2010-11-05	Gorkha Paltan
	2007-08-25	Dewar Babu	Mitjuy
	2005-08-19	Papi Manchhe	Papi Manchhe
	1996-08-22	Bhariya	Sante
	1991-01-15	Chino	Rate Kaila / J. S. Babu
	1981-06-04	Ek Duuje Ke Liye	Librarian