Bhuwan K.C. (भुवन केसी) is a legendary figure in the Nepali film industry, known for his work as a Nepalese actor, director, producer, singer, and politician in the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s. He is considered one of the most influential personalities in the history of Nepali cinema. He is also the current chairman of the Film Development Board. He was appointed for this position on 26 July 2022. In addition, he is also a member of the Nepali Congress political party. He has three children, including his son Anmol K.C., who is also a well-known actor in the Nepali film industry. This article will delve into his early life, education, career, personal life, and achievements.
| About | Info |
| Full Name | Bhuwan K.C. (भुवन केसी) |
| Profession | Nepalese Actor, Director, Producer, Singer, and Politician |
| Popular For | Movies Kusume Rumal, Samjhana, Karodpati, Chino, and Dakshina |
Age, Birthday and Zodiac
| Age (As of 2024) | 67 years old |
| Date of Birth | September 17, 1956 A.D |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Birth Place | Kathmandu Valley, Nepal |
| Nationality | Nepalese |
| Ethnicity | Asian |
Bhuwan K.C. was born in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, on September 17, 1956 A.D. As of 2024, Bhuwan K.C. is 67 years old, and his zodiac sign is Virgo.
Early Life and Education
Education
| School | N/A |
| University | N/A |
He was raised in a middle-class family and had a passion for the entertainment industry since his childhood days. He completed his early education in Kathmandu and later pursued a career in the film industry. He used to spend more time singing and engaging in other recreational activities. However, there is no information available about his early education.
Height and Weight
Physical Stats
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) to 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Weight | Approximately 75 kg (165 lbs.) |
According to available sources, his height ranges from 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) to 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm). His weight is approximately 75 kg (165 lbs.).
Family Background
| Father | N/A |
| Mother | N/A |
| Siblings | N/A |
Bhuwan K.C. was born in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, and grew up in a middle-class family. There is limited information available about his family background. However, it is known that he had a passion for the entertainment industry since his childhood days.
Personal Life and Relationship
| Spouse | Vijaya Malla KC (First Wife –Divorced) Sushmita KC (Second Wife- Got divorced in 2001 A.D) Jiya K.C (In Relationship) |
| Children | Anmol K.C. (Son), Vivek K.C. (Son), Kajal K.C. (Daughter) |
Bhuwan K.C. has had several relationships throughout his career; there are two marriages and a current relationship as of 2024 A.D.
- First Marriage
Bhuwan K.C. married Vijaya Malla KC, but they eventually got separated. There is limited information available about the reasons for their separation.
- Second Marriage
Bhuwan K.C.’s relationship with Sushmita KC, his second wife, has been a subject of public interest and media coverage. The couple got married, but they eventually got separated in 2001 A.D. After their divorce, Bhuwan and Sushmita had an on-and-off relationship, and there were instances where they lived together for a while. However, their relationship was marked by challenges, and they ultimately went their separate ways. Sushmita K.C., also known as Sushmita Bomjan, is the mother of Anmol KC, a prominent actor in the Nepali film industry. K.C. also has a son named Vivek K.C. and a daughter named Kajal K.C. Kajal K.C. got married in Nepal in 2011, and high-level political leaders attended the high-profile marriage. After their divorce, Bhuwan and Sushmita had promised not to marry again, but both broke their promises. In the years following their separation, Sushmita K.C. has been in the spotlight due to her personal life, including her engagement to an Australian businessman. There have been reports and rumours about her relationships and engagements, which have added to the public interest in her personal life.
- Current Relationship
Bhuwan K.C. is currently in a relationship with Jiya K.C., an actress in the Nepali film industry. The couple has been living together for the last eight years. They first met in 2012, and there were rumours of their relationship before they confirmed it. In 2023, there were reports that Bhuwan K.C. and Jiya K.C. were getting married for the third time. However, the couple has not made any official announcement regarding their marriage. Bhuwan K.C.’s relationship with Jiya K.C. has been a subject of public interest and media coverage, with some negative comments directed towards Jiya K.C. However, the couple has remained together despite the challenges and negative comments.
Career
Bhuwan K.C. is a prominent Nepali entertainment industry figure with a diverse career as an actor, director, producer, singer, and politician. He began his career at age 10 as a singer for Radio Nepal and later transitioned to the film industry, making his acting debut in the 1983 film “Juni.” However, the 1984 release “Samjhana” helped establish him as a successful actor. Since then, he has acted in numerous successful films, including “Kusume Rumal,” “Santan,” “Dakshina,” “Karodpati,” and “Superstar.”
- Directing and Producing Career
Bhuwan K.C. has also directed and produced several films in the Nepali film industry. He directed the film “Dreams” is one of his notable directorial works, starring his son Anmol K.C. and “Aishwarya,” both of which were commercially successful. He has also produced several films, including “Kusume Rumal,” “Samjhana,” and “Karodpati“.
- Singing Career
Bhuwan K.C. started his career as a singer for Radio Nepal and has also sung for several films in the Nepali film industry. Some of his notable songs include “Jaage Saara Raat“.
- Political Career
Bhuwan K.C. is a Nepali Congress political party member, which he joined after leaving the CPN (UML) party. In 2022, he planned to run for the mayor position in the Kathmandu municipal election as a member of the Advanced Democratic Party. However, he later stepped back and decided not to run for the position, leaving the party and joining the Nepali Congress. Bhuwan K.C.’s involvement in politics has been a significant part of his career, and he has been associated with various political parties over the years. His appointment as the chairman of the Film Development Board in 2022 is also a reflection of his political involvement and influence in the Nepali entertainment industry.
Controversy
However, his career has not been without controversy. In 2020, Bhuwan K.C. was embroiled in a high-profile controversy when actress Samragyee RL Shah accused a senior film industry veteran of harassment, with many news outlets later identifying the individual as Bhuwan K.C. This led to a defamation case being filed against Shah, even though she had not mentioned him by name. The controversy garnered significant attention and sparked discussions about the treatment of women in the entertainment industry. The episode and Bhuwan K.C.’s response to the allegations were widely reported and discussed in the Nepali entertainment industry and on social media. The controversy shed light on the sensitive issue of harassment and the power dynamics within the industry. The legal battle and the public discourse surrounding the allegations and the subsequent defamation case have had a lasting impact on the public perception of Bhuwan K.C. and the broader conversation about the treatment of women in the Nepali entertainment industry. He has also been the subject of legal action, with a writ petition being filed against him by film director Naresh Poudel.
Movies
| Movie | Released Date in A.D | Director | Producer | Cast |
| Kusume Rumal | 1985 | Tulsi Ghimire | Sumitra Paudel | Tripti Nadakar, Bhuwan K.C., Udit Narayan Jha |
| Ma Timi Bina Marihalchhu | 2008 | Dayaram Dahal | Bhuwan K.C. | Bhuwan K.C., Melina Manandhar, Nikhil Upreti |
| Saino | 1987 | Ugyen Chopel | Malati Rai | Bhuwan K.C., Tripti Nadakar, Danny Denzongpa |
| Nepali Babu | 1999 | Ugyen Chopel | – | Bhuwan K.C. , B.S. Rana , Sushmita K.C. , Jal Shah , Sunil Thapa , Salon Basnet , Rabi Giri |
| Dakshina | 1993 | Tulsi Ghimire | Sumitra Paudel | Bhuwan K.C, Niruta Singh, Tulsi Ghimire, Bhatati Ghimire |
| Chino | 1991 | Tulsi Ghimire | Sumitra Paudel | Shiva Shrestha, Bhuwan K.C., Kristi Mainali |
| Dui Thopa Aansu | 1993 | Tulsi Ghimire | Sumitra Paudel | Bhuwan K.C., Tripti Nadakar, Muralidhar |
| Karodpati | 1997 | Kishor Rana | Nir Shah | Bhuwan K.C., Sushmita K.C. , Santosh Pant |
| Ta Ta Sarai Bigris Ni Badri | 2000 | Dayaram Dahal | Manoj, Bikram, Mira Acharay | Bhuwan, Bipana Thapa & Hari Bansha Acharya |
| Mr. Nepali | 2019 | Diwakar Bhattarai | Bhuwan K.C. | Bhuwan K.C., Saroj Khanal, Sahil Shrestha, Kusum Raut, Reema Bishowkarma, Bishnu Sapkota, Kamal Mani Nepal |
| Duniya | 2017 | Shiva Regmi | Bhuwan K.C. | Rekha Thapa, Nikhil Upreti & Bhuwan KC |
| Santan | 1989 | Prakash Thapa | Sumitra Paudel | Bhuwan KC, Arjun Jung Shahi, Karishma Manandhar (Karishma KC), Gauri Malla, Shanti Maskey, Hari Prasad Rimal, Ujjwal Ghimire, Basundhara Bhusal, Gopal Raj Mainali and Kristi Mainali |
| Pachhis Basanta | 1989 | Neer Bikram Shah | Sumitra Paudel | Bhuwan K.C., Tripti Nadakar, Muralidhar |
Career as Director and Producer
| Movie | Released Date in A.D | Director | Producer | Cast |
| Dreams | 2016 | Bhuwan K.C. | Bhuwan K.C. | Anmol K.C., Samragyee Rajya Laxmi Shah |
| Captain | 2019 | Diwakar Bhattarai | Bhuwan K.C. | Anmol K.C., Upasana Singh Thakuri, Sunil Thapa, Wilson Bikram |
| Kri | 2018 | Surendra Poudel | Subas Giri, Bhuwan K.C. | Anmol K.C., Aditi Budhathoki, Anoop Bikram Shahi |
Singing Career
Albums
- Aina
- Kantipur
- Muskan
- Nausay Khola
- Pokhara
- Sabailai
- Sadhana
- Smarika
Awards and Allocates
| Award | Category | Movie | Year |
| Dcine Award | Best Debut Director | Dreams | 2073 B.S |
| Kamana Film Award | Best Debut Director | Dreams | 2073 B.S |
| National Film Award | Best Debut Director | Dreams | 2072 B.S |
| Faan Award | Best Debut Director | Dreams | 2072 B.S |
| Nepal Motion Picture Award (Nempa) | Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male) | Karodpati | 2055 B.S |
| Global Nepali Film Award | Achievement Award | – | 2016 A.D |
| Box Office Film Award | Special Honour | – | 2014 A.D |
Social Media
Bhuwan K.C. has a presence on social media platforms, and his interactions and activities have been the subject of public interest and media coverage. He has 95 posts, 7,759 followers and 63 following on Instagram and 116K followers on Facebook as of 2024 A.D.
Net Worth
| Estimated Net Worth | Between $1 million and 5 million dollars |
According to the available search results, Bhuwan K.C.’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and 5 million dollars as of 2024 A.D. The exact figure is unclear, but it is evident that he has made considerable wealth from his primary career as an actor, director, and producer in the Nepali film industry. Bhuwan K.C. has also invested in movie production and owns a film production company called Kajal Film. He has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, which reflects his significant contributions to the Nepali film industry.
Trivia
- Bhuwan K.C. started his career as a singer for Radio Nepal before transitioning to the film industry.
- He made his acting debut in the 1983 film “Juni,” but the 1984 release “Samjhana” helped establish him as a successful actor.
- He has directed and produced several Nepali films, including the commercially successful films “Dreams” and “Aishwarya”.
- He is a Nepali Congress political party member and was appointed chairman of the Film Development Board in 2022.
- He has been involved in controversies, including a high-profile case involving actress Samragyee RL Shah, who accused a senior film industry veteran of harassment.
- He has three children, two sons and a daughter, and his son Anmol K.C. is also a prominent actor in the Nepali film industry.
