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Nepali Actor Sunil Thapa Dies

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Feb 07, 2026 · Last updated Feb 08, 2026

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Market Impact

This event has no direct impact on financial markets. It is a personal tragedy for the entertainment industry, particularly in Nepal and parts of India.

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Event Summary

Veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, known for his extensive work in Nepali, Bollywood, and Bhojpuri films, passed away at the age of 68 in Nepal — Kathmandu, Nepal. He was brought to Norvic International Hospital in an unconscious state, and doctors suspect cardiac arrest as the cause of death. Sunil Thapa had a career spanning over four decades, appearing in more than 300 films. He was particularly recognized for his role as 'Rate Kaila' in 'Chino' and as Priyanka Chopra's coach Narjit Singh in the Bollywood film 'Mary Kom_(film)'. He also made a recent appearance in 'The Family Man' season 3. Beyond acting, Sunil Thapa served as the chairperson of the Everest Film Academy. Tributes have poured in from colleagues and fans, including Priyanka Chopra, mourning the loss of a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

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Sunil Thapa
Sunil Thapa, a veteran Nepali actor, passed away at the age of 68 due to a suspected cardiac arrest. His death marks the end of a career spanning over four decades in Nepali, Bollywood, and Bhojpuri films.
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Norvic International Hospital
Sunil Thapa was brought to Norvic International Hospital in Nepal — Kathmandu where he was declared dead after an ECG confirmed his passing.
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Mary Kom (film)
Sunil Thapa was widely known for his role as a coach in the film 'Mary Kom', starring Priyanka Chopra.
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Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra, Sunil Thapa's co-star in 'Mary Kom', shared an emotional tribute, remembering him as her 'Coach Sir'.
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Everest Film Academy
Sunil Thapa also contributed to the film community as the chairperson of the Everest Film Academy.
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Nepal — Kathmandu
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Nepal
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