Anmol K.C.

Anmol K.C. (Nepali: अनमोल के.सी. Born 30 March 1994, is a Nepalese actor. He is the son of veteran Nepali actor Bhuwan K.C. and Nepali actress Sushmita Bomjan.^[4] He is one of the highest-paid and leading actors of Nepalese Cinema.^[5][6]

Anmol K.C.
अनमोल के.सी.
KC in OnlineKhabar interview (2019)
Born	(1994-03-30) 30 March 1994 (age 31)[1] Kathmandu, Nepal
Alma mater	Malpi International College[2]
Occupation	Actor
Years active	2001–present
Height	6 ft 2 in (188 cm) [3]
Parent(s)	Bhuwan KC (father) Sushmita Bomjon (mother)

He began his career with making special appearance in his father's films, first as a child artist in Superstar(2001) and in a song in the film Sathi ma Timro(2012). He made his debut with the coming-of-age comedy Hostel (2013), which became a blockbuster success, launching his career. He established himself as leading Nepalese actor with back to back success of his romantic comedy movies Jerryy (2014),Dreams (2016), Gajalu (2016), action drama Kri (2018), sports drama Captain (2019),^[7] and again with romantic comedies A Mero Hajur 3 (2019) A Mero Hajur 4 (2022) A Mero Hajur 5. It was followed by some setbacks, but he eventually made his comeback in 2024 with the huge success of his fantasy romantic drama Farki Farki.^{[citation needed]}. He is popularly referred to as "Megastar".

Personal life

His father, Bhuwan KC, is a renowned Nepali actor, producer, and director, known for his contributions to Nepali cinema. Anmol KC has often credited his father as a significant influence in his career, but he has also expressed the importance of creating his own identity in the industry. Anmol KC spent most of his childhood in Kathmandu, attending private schools before pursuing further education. Growing up in a cinematic family, he developed a passion for acting and filmmaking from an early age.

Career

Early career and breakthrough

Before making his mark in the film industry, Anmol KC appeared in various modeling projects and commercials, showcasing his striking looks and charm. His debut film, Hostel (2013), was a major commercial success and established him as a rising star in Nepali cinema. The movie revolved around the lives of college students and their struggles, resonating with younger audiences.

Anmol's breakthrough came with Jerryy (2014), where his portrayal of an adventurous and carefree young man earned him critical and commercial acclaim. This performance cemented his position as a leading actor in the industry.

Anmol K.C. has worked with various Nepali female actors like Prakriti Shrestha (Hostel), Anna Sharma (Jerrry 2014), Shristi Shrestha (Gajalu), Samragyee RL Shah (Dreams), Upasana Singh Thakur (Captain), and Jassita Gurung (Farki Farki).

Career highlights

Over the years, Anmol KC has starred in several successful films, including Dreams (2016), Gajalu (2016), Kri (2018), Captain (2019), and A Mero Hajur 3. Farki Farki (2024) is his recent superhit movie.

Known for his boy-next-door charm and screen presence, he has amassed a massive fan following, particularly among younger audiences. His films often explore themes of love, ambition, and youth, aligning with his image as a heartthrob. He has expressed interest in expanding his horizons beyond acting, with aspirations to work as a producer and director in the future.

Influence

Anmol KC is regarded as one of the most prominent young actors in Nepali cinema, following in the footsteps of his father, Bhuwan KC. Despite the pressure of living up to his father's legacy, Anmol KC has carved out his own space in the industry, known for his dedication, versatility, and ability to connect with audiences. In 2018, he was listed in the Nepali Sansar publication's Top Actor list, and he was placed in 1st, followed by Salin Man Bania and Pradeep Khadka.^[8]

Filmography

Key

†	Denotes films that have not yet been released

Year	Film	Role	Notes	Ref(s)
2001	Superstar	—	Child artist
2012	Sathi Ma Timro	—	Guest Appearance in a song
2013	Hostel	Aditya Bikram Rana	Debut Film
2014	Jerryy	Jerry J.B. Rana
2016	Gajalu	Aarav
	Dreams	Aveer
	Ma Ta Timrai Hoon	—	Producer
2018	Kri	Abhay
2019	Captain	Ishan Khadka		[7][9]
	A Mero Hajur 3	Prem/Ghanshyam		[10]
2022	A Mero Hajur 4	Prem		[11]
2023	Chhadke 2.0			[12]
2024	Farki Farki	Madhav Singh Basnet	Super Hit	[13]
2025	Jerry On Top †		Post-Production
TBA	Anti Hero			[14]
TBA	Paras			[15]

Awards

Year	Award	Category	Nominated work	Result
2013	Kamana Film Awards	Best debut actor	Hostel (2013)	Nominated
2014	Filmykabad Award (OFA)	Best Debut Actor	Hostel (2013)	Won
	Box Office Film Award	Best Debut Actor	Hostel (2013)	Nominated
	INFA Awards (Hong Kong)	Best Debut Actor 2014	Hostel (2013)	Nominated
	NEFTA awards	Best new actor (male)	Hostel (2013)	Nominated
2016	NFDC Awards 2016	Maha Jury Award- Popular	Dreams (2016 film)	Won[16]
2016	Kamana Film Awards	Best actor	Dreams (2016 film)	Nominated[17]
2018	NFDC Awards 2018	Best actor	Kri	Won