Arpan Thapa

Birthday: 1973-11-15
Birthplace: Kathmandu, Nepal
Gender: Male
Owned By: Unowned

Arpan Thapa (born Nov 15, 1973) is a highly regarded Nepalese actor, director, and scriptwriter known for his intense performances and creative vision. He studied acting in Mumbai before returning to Nepal to establish his career in the domestic film industry. He made his acting debut in the 2011 film Sick City, where his lead performance as Krishna immediately marked him as a serious talent. Over the years, he has built an extensive filmography with notable roles in diverse projects such as Batch No: 16, Chhadke, Maun, and the critically acclaimed Dying Candle. Beyond his acting career, Thapa has made a significant impact as a filmmaker, directing several high-profile movies including Mukhauta (2014), Aadha Love (2017), and the horror-themed Ghar (2019), which he also wrote. His work is often characterized by a focus on character-driven narratives and atmospheric storytelling. A versatile artist who cites Daniel Day-Lewis as a major inspiration, he has consistently taken on challenging roles in films like Chiso Manchhe and Prasad 2. With nearly two decades of experience, Thapa remains a central figure in Nepali cinema, bridging the gap between mainstream entertainment and artistic storytelling through his multifaceted contributions as a writer, director, and performer.

Credits

Year Title Character
Kalli
2026-01-30 The Blue Light
2025-09-29 Balidaan
2025-09-05 Reemai
2025-02-28 Laaj Sharanam
2024-03-08 Rangeli Bhagwan Dada
2023-11-10 Dimag Kharab Hari Prasad
2023-10-21 Pashupati Prasad 2: Bhasme Don Ramesh
2023-08-25 Jay Ho
2023-04-07 Prasad 2
2022-11-04 Lakhey
2022-06-17 Chiso Maanche Ashok Thapa
2022-01-14 Chapali Height 3
2021-07-09 Sick City Krishna
2020-04-24 Lappan Chhappan 2
2019-07-20 Chakkar Bikash
2019-07-19 Ghar
2019-04-12 A Mero Hajur 3
2018-06-01 America Boys
2017-06-09 Aadha Love
2017-03-24 Lappan Chhappan
2016-12-16 Dying Candle Mukunda
2016-04-22 Bato Muniko Phool 2
2016-03-28 Bir Bikram Aaitey
2015-02-13 Suntali
2014-11-25 Maun: a loud silence Aman
2013-02-22 Chhadke Boksi
2012-12-28 Dhanda
2012-04-19 Badhshala
2011-03-11 Batch No. 16