Keki Adhikari is a Nepali actress, professional model and theater performer. She has appeared in several music videos, print ads, television commercials and films as an actress and model. He received wide recognition through his films including I Am Sorry, Masan, Mayako Barima, Mahasus, Biteka Pal, and Mero Best Friend.
Wiki/Biography
Keki Adhikari was born on Sunday, 17 December 1989 (age 32 years; in 2021) in Jorpati, Kathmandu, Nepal. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius. Keki attended Bal Sirjanalaya School to receive his high school education. He completed his senior high school education at Whitehouse College. In 2013, he joined Tribhuvan University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in business. Shortly after completing her studies in Business, Keki obtained another bachelor’s degree in Information Management (BIM) from Prime College, Kathmandu. In 2016, he obtained an MBA degree in human resource management at KFA Business School & IT in Mid Baneshwor, Kathmandu.
Keki Adhikari poses for a photo after obtaining her MBA degree
During the MBA convocation, in an interview with a media house, Keki Adhikari revealed her struggle as she studies and works as a full-time actress at the same time. He stated,
I worked full-time as an actor while working in films and also as a full-time student while studying at the same time.”
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 3″
Weight (approx): 60 kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Family
Parents & Siblings
His father’s name is Badri Adhikari, and he is a film producer. His mother’s name is Laxmi Adhikari, and she is a housewife. He has a younger brother named Bimba Adhikari.
Keki Adhikari with her parents and brother
Career
Keki Adhikari started her acting career by appearing in several music videos. She marked her debut by working in the film Swor opposite Raj Ballav Koirala in 2010. In 2011, she worked in a drama titled Masan narrated by Gopal Prasad Rimal. In 2012, Keki Adhikari appeared in the film I Am Sorry Shruti opposite Aryan Sigdel. In 2013, he contributed to the film Mahasus as the lead actor opposite Aryan Sigdel. In 2014, she performed in films like Biteka Pal, Mero Best Friend, Shree paach Ambare, Mutu-the heart belongs to you. In 2014, Keki Adhikari appeared in a historical drama titled Chaarumati and made her theatrical debut. The play is written by Satyamohan Joshi, a writer and researcher. In 2015, Fanko, Bagmati, Punarjanma was a film in which Keki appeared as the lead actor. In 2016, she worked in films like Bhaag Saani Bhaag, How Funny, Savitri. Ghampani, Lalteen, Aishwarya, “Love Sasha” is his 2017 release. In 2018, Keki Adhikari appeared in Rajja Rani, Gaunki Chhori, Nai Nabhannu La 5 and Kohalpur Express. In 2019, she contributed as the lead actress in the film Chha Maya Chhapakkai opposite Dipak Raj Giri.
Awards, Honors, Achievements
- In 2014, Keki Adhikari was awarded with the D Cine Award.
- Later, Keki Adhikari was awarded with the 7th NEFTA Award and the first CG Kamana Award.
- In 2016, he won the 8th D Cine Award. In the same year, Keki Adhikari was nominated for NFDC Award and LG Film Award for Best Actress for the film Bhag Sani Bhag.
Keki Adhikari posing with one of her awards
Favourite
- Starring: Aamir Khan and Tom Hanks
Facts/Trivia
- Keki Adhikari started her career as a model, and initially, she often participated in various fashion shows and events.
- In her early years as a model, she participated in a dance competition titled Ghintang organized by NTV plus, which later helped her step into the film industry.
- According to Keki Adhikari, her future husband must have basic knowledge about society, politics, and culture. In an interview with an online media house, Keki explained the qualities she wanted in her future husband. He said,
I think creating criteria is selfish. But I like people who have at least basic knowledge about most things, be it politics or society or culture. He also has to be patient.”
- Keki Adhikari is a big fan of Lionel Messi. He was a table tennis player in his college days.
- In a conversation with Nepal College, Keki revealed that his father was a school principal, and his mother was a dormitory in charge, and Keki was encouraged by his parents to study hard. He stated,
My family owns a school where my father is the principal and my mother is the dormitory in charge. Therefore, I grew up in an environment where education was first and foremost.”
A childhood photo of Keki with his brother
- Keki Adhikari is also a good writer. She often contributes her writings to Nagarik Daily and Setopati publications while addressing issues related to women.
- In November 2017, Keki Adhikari was honored by the Critics Association of Nepal for her outstanding performance in the film Love Sasha.
Keki Adhikari with the medal she won for best actress in Love Sasha
- Apart from her acting career, Keki Adhikari also wants to make her name in film making. In a conversation with a media house, Keki stated,
With Kohalpur Express, I have set a firm foot in film production, but I have a long way to go. I want to enjoy filmmaking.”
- In her spare time, Keki Adhikari enjoys reading books, photography, learning new things and surfing the internet.
- As a model and actress, Keki Adhikari often promotes several brands and products on her social media accounts.
Keki Adhikari while promoting the product on her social media account
- Several magazines and tabloids often feature Keki Adhikari on their covers.
Keki Adhikari on the cover of a magazine
- In an interview, Keki was asked how she found her attraction to acting as a career. He then replied,
Acting was not something I ever planned. After my first music video/advertisement, I realized I could act. I was interested in dancing since childhood and I am also quite expressive so I tried my hand at acting and it turned out well for me.”
In the same interview, Keki revealed a certain character she wants to play in her future film. He said,
I want to portray characters who have mental or physical problems.”
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
