Keki Adhikari is a Nepali actress, professional model and theater actor. She has appeared in numerous music videos, print ads, television commercials, and movies as an actress and model. She gained widespread recognition through her films I’m Sorry, Masan, Mayako Barima, Mahasus, Biteka Pal and Mero Best Friend.
Wiki/Biography
Keki Adhikari was born on Sunday, December 17, 1989, in Jorpati, Kathmandu, Nepal (32 years old as of 2021). Her zodiac sign is Sagittarius. Keki studied at Bal Sirjanalaya School for higher education. She completed her high school education at White House Academy. In 2013, she joined Tribhuvan University to pursue Bachelor of Commerce. Shortly after graduating in Commerce, Keki obtained another bachelor’s degree in Information Management (BIM) from Prime College, Kathmandu. In 2016, she completed her MBA in Human Resource Management from KFA Business School & IT, Mid Baneshwor, Kathmandu.
Keki Adhikari poses after receiving her MBA degree
Speaking to a media outlet during an MBA conference, Keki Adhikari revealed her struggles in studying and working as a full-time actress. she says,
I worked full-time as an actor while making films, and also as a full-time student while studying. “
appearance
Height (approximately): 5′3″
Weight (approximately): 60kg
Hair color: black
Eye color: dark brown
family
Parents and siblings
Her father’s name is Badri Adhikari and he is a film producer. Her mother’s name is Laxmi Adhikari and she is a housewife. She has a younger brother named Bimba Adhikari.
Keki Adhikari with her parents and brother
Profession
Keki Adhikari started her acting career by appearing in several music videos. In 2010, she marked her acting debut opposite Raj Ballav Koirala in the film Swer. In 2011, she acted in the drama Masan, narrated by Gopal Prasad Rimal. In 2012, Keki Adhikari appeared in the movie “I’m Sorry Shruti” opposite Aryan Sigdel. In 2013, she played the female lead in the movie “Mahasus” opposite Aryan Sigdel. In 2014, she participated in movies such as “Biteka Pal”, “Mero Best Friend”, “Shree paach Ambare”, “Mutu-Heart Belongs to You” and other movies. In 2014, Keki Adhikari made her acting debut in the historical drama Chaarumati. The play was created by writer and researcher Satyamohan Joshi. In 2015, Keki starred in films such as “Fanko”, “Bagmati”, and “Punarjanma”. In 2016, she acted in films such as “Bhaag Saani Bhaag”, “Howunny”, and “Savitri”. Ghampani, Lalteen, Aishwarya and Love Sasha are her 2017 releases. In 2018, Keki Adhikari was seen in Rajja Rani, Gaunki Chhori, Nai Nabhannu La 5 and Kohalpur Express. In 2019, she played the female lead in the movie “Chha Maya Chhapakkai” opposite Dipak Raj Giri.
Awards, Honors, Achievements
- In 2014, Keki Adhikari won the D Film Award.
- Subsequently, Keki Adhikari won the 7th NEFTA Award and the 1st CG Kamana Award.
- In 2016, he won the 8th D Film Award. In the same year, Keki Adhikari was nominated for the NFDC Award and the LG Film Award for Best Actress for the film “Bhag Sani Bhag”.
Keki Adhikari poses with one of her awards
Favorites
- Actors: Aamir Khan and Tom Hanks
Facts/Trivia
- Keki Adhikari started her career as a model and initially, she frequently participated in various fashion shows and events.
- In the early years of her modeling career, she participated in a dance competition called Ghintang organized by NTV plus, which later helped her get into the film industry.
- Keki Adhikari said her future husband must have basic knowledge of society, politics and culture. In an interview with an online media outlet, Keki described the qualities she wants in a future husband. she says,
I think setting standards is selfish. But I like people who have at least a basic understanding of most things, whether political, social or cultural. He should also be patient. “
- Keki Adhikari is a huge fan of Lionel Messi. She was a table tennis player in college.
- In a conversation with Nepal College, Keki revealed that her father was the principal of the school and her mother was the head of the dormitory. Keki was inspired by her parents to study hard. she says,
My family has a school. My father is the principal and my mother is the dormitory leader. So I grew up in an environment where education came first. “
Childhood photos of Keki and her brother
- Keki Adhikari is also a good writer. She regularly contributes to Nagarik Daily and Setopati publications while discussing issues related to women.
- In November 2017, Keki Adhikari was honored by the Nepal Critics Association for her outstanding performance in the film Love Sasha.
Keki Adhikari wins best actress medal for ‘Love Sasha’
- Apart from her acting career, Keki Adhikari also aspires to make a name for herself in filmmaking. Keki said in a conversation with a media outlet,
With Kohalpur Express, I have established myself in filmmaking, but I still have a long way to go. I wanted to immerse myself in filmmaking. “
- In his free time, Keki Adhikari enjoys reading, photography, learning new things, and surfing the Internet.
- As a model and actress, Keki Adhikari often promotes multiple brands and products on her social media accounts.
Keki Adhikari while promoting the product on her social media account
- Some magazines and tabloids often feature Keki Adhikari on their covers.
Keki Adhikari on magazine cover
- In an interview, Keki was asked how she discovered her fascination with acting. Then she replied:
Acting was never my plan. After my first music video/commercial, I realized I could act. I’ve been interested in dance since I was a kid and I’m very expressive, so I tried acting and it worked out really well for me. “
In the same interview, Keki revealed a specific role she would like to play in a future film. she says,
I wanted to portray a character who was mentally or physically challenged. “
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