
Arpan Thapa
Directing
Biography
Arpan Thapa 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.
Known For

Bir decides to save his crush June for his friend since he had promised to save her.
Bir Bikram

After the tragic death of Pashupati Prasad, Bhasme sets out in search of his own identity. He must complete his journey while also protecting his empire.
Pashupati Prasad 2: Bhasme Don

Third installment in A Mero Hajur film series.
A Mero Hajur 3

A film about society, politics and relationships that starts with a couple who had an inter-caste love relationship and have returned to the village to face society with their 9-year-old son, Prasad. As the country now has entered the Republic system, the constitution was written in favour of the people & caste untouchability was made a crime by the law. The story revolves around the future conflict of Baburam, Narayani, who returned to the village, the struggle for that and an ups and downs journey. For them, what is greater than love?
Prasad 2

After the success of Bato Muniko Phool , the sequel Bato Muniko Phool 2 is out which will mainly focus on the love story and caste discrimination that exist in Nepalese society.
Bato Muniko Phool 2

When bureaucratic barriers obstruct Indra Sharma's desire to work overseas, his dreams of a stable family life take a turbulent turn.
Dimag Kharab

A sister fights all odds to take care of her young brother, until things fall apart, and she is left with no option, but sell her dignity to save him.
Dying Candle

Adha Love is a commentary on the contemporary Nepali society and draws our attention to the evolving dynamics of relationships, which is slowly but certainly shaping the emergent understanding of urban life. The film is an unforgettable tour through the lives of five different families, who despite being the resident of the same apartment are living worlds apart, trying to untangle the threads of love and life to find meaning and contentment. This is the story of every individual, who is trying to find his/her share of love and happiness in a society, where both the things are in short supply.
Aadha Love

The film tells the story of three childhood friends. The trio all had dreams to fulfill 'when they grew up', but time and destiny seem to have other plans for them. A difficult life is forced upon them when the elder brother of one of these three men is hit by the vehicle of a shady character called Chewang (Robin Tamang) and left completely paralyzed. The three friends then find themselves in the way of a criminal gang called 'Royal', of which Chewang is the leader.
Chhadke

The power in a small rural Nepalese village with a strong maternal tradition revolves around Chinmaya. The entire village is busy preparing for wedding of her son when the groom's ex-lover, Suntali, shows up with a mean-looking man. Chinmaya is annoyed that the village men are intrigued by the beautiful Suntali, who has returned to take revenge on Chinmaya for banishing her from the village in the past. Chinmaya suspects Suntali's vengeful intentions, which the younger woman slowly puts into practice, and devices a scheme to get rid of her.
Suntali

It was supposed to be an escape from reality. Little didn't they know the dark secrets haunting this place. A place for solace? Or a fight for survival?
Sunkesari

The third installment of Chapali Height movie.
Chapali Height 3

In the remote corner of the country lies Bhilmaghat, a village that looks like paradise from the outside. Beneath its beauty hides a kingdom of exploitation and fear ruled by a hypocritical priest “Baba,” who preys on innocents in the name of faith. A boy named Abhay survives a horrific ritual sacrifice with the help of Bhavani, who plants the seed of revolt—only to lose her husband in a direct clash with Baba. Years later, Abhay struggles to save his ailing mother but is ensnared in a sinister plot to bomb a massive temple inauguration and divide the nation. Now, he must save his mother, protect thousands of innocents, and end the tyranny. If he fails, the sacrifice will be his own. If he succeeds, his balidan will be remembered for generations.
Balidan

A seemingly uneducated and unemployed individual is offered to kill a stranger's wife, as brutally as possible.
Chakkar

Ram and Guru are police officers who have proved themselves time and again of being trustworthy and capable. When an important mission comes up where the prospect of earning a quick buck is too lucrative to pass up, Guru decides to forgo the mission and get his hands on a large sum of money. Ram trying to stop his friend from making a big mistake escapes with the money only to take the police think he betrayed his country. As Ram struggles to prove his innocence and protect his family, Guru is hot and Ram's trail trying to claim what he thinks is rightfully his.
Batch No. 16

Badhshala is a story of torture inside an army barrack during maoist insurgency.
Badhshala

Sameer Maharjan, born in a family Lakhey, is a bank manager. He regards Lakhey as Lord Indra and the protector of the community. His professional and family life is ruined as he gets trapped in the bank fraud case. Then he devises an increasingly perilous series of revenge tactics.
Lakhey

Rangeli is a ganagster story with a twist, offering a fresh perspective in Nepali cinema. With its unique elements and star-studded cast, the film is set to make waves not only in Nepal but also on the global stage.
Rangeli

A guy who losses his self esteem while perusing his dream on migrating overseas. He loses his sanity on waking up in the hospital.
Dhanda

A rural community becomes embroiled in a gold smuggling scheme.