Madan Krishna Shrestha
| Madan Krishna Shrestha | |
|---|---|
| Native name | मदन कृष्ण श्रेष्ठ |
| Born |
April 19, 1950 Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Residence | Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Nationality | Nepalese |
| Other names | Madan Bahadur |
| Occupation | Actor, Comedian, singer, writer |
| Website | Website of MaHa Sanchar |
Madan Krishna Shrestha (
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Family
Madan Krishna Shrestha was born on April 19, 1950. His mother, Laxmi Devi Shrestha, died during his childhood and was the reason for his seriousness. He and his wife live in Dhobidhara, Kathmandu, Nepal, and he has a son and a daughter both of whom reside in the United States.
Education
He received his primary education from the Montessori school, J.P. school and Padmadev School. He passed SLC (a final examination in secondary level of Nepal) from Shanti Nikunja School and then he did his I.Com. at Mahendra Ratna Public College and attempted a B.A. at a private institute. Since he was very much involved in the field of art, he could not make it through his graduation.
MaHa fame
Madan Krishna Shrestha became noted by Nepalese viewers and critics after his performance in Rastriya Gaijatra Mahotsav in 2032 BS. Before meeting Hari Bansha Acharya, he had contributions in art for 10 years. The duo have become a hit and have done many comedic dramas and events in all parts of the world. The MaHa Jodi has produced a lot of Drama & Telefilms based on sociopolitical sector of Nepal.[4]
Awards
- Gorkha Dakshin Bahu - His Majesty of Government
- Jagadamba Shree Award 2047 (1991) - Madan Puraskar Guthi
- Jaycess Youth Award 1988 - Nepal Jaycess
- Rastriya Yuba Gaurav Samman 2054 - Antarrastriya Manch Nepal
- Best Comedian 2043 (1986) - Lions Club Bishal Bazar
- Best Actor 2054 (1992) - Abhiyan
- Best Director 2048 (1992) - Tele Film Award
- Best Script Writer
- Best Dialogue 2047 (1991) - Nepal Video Film Organization
- Best Singer 2026 (1969) - Prakash Pustakalaya, Jochhen, Kathmandu
- Abhiyan Shree Award 2057 (2000)
- Nepal Samman 2057 Nepal Felicitation 2000 - Everest Foundation Nepal
- Best Character Artist Award 2056 (2056) - Nepal Motion Picture Association
- Outstanding Contribution Award 2058 (1001) - Nepal Motion Picture Award
- Millennium Khyali Juju Award 2057 (2000)
- Hari Tara Award 2052 (1996) - Nepal Film Artist Association
- Best Dialogue - Nepal Film Artist Association
- Best Story Writer - Abhiyan
- Appreciation Award 1999 - The Everest Magazine, Toronto, Canada
- Lux Movie Award 2003 - The Best Character Artist
Theater acts
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Filmography
As an actor
| Year | Title | Role |
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| Lovi Paapi (लोभी पापी) | ||
| Filim (फिलिम) | ||
| Rajamati (राजमति) | ||
| Basudev (बासुदेव) | ||
| Ke Ghar Ke Deraa (के घर के डेरा) | ||
| Silu (Newari) (सिलु) | ||
| Mala (माला) | ||
| Truck Driver (ट्रक ड्राइभर) | ||
| Balidaan (बलिदान) | ||
| Je Bho Ramrai Bho (जे भो राम्रै भो) | ||
| Sukha Dukha (सुख दु:ख) | ||
| Chandalika (चन्डालिक) | ||
Publication
- Mahasan—published by Sajha Prakashan
References
- ↑ Bibek Bhandari. "Responding responsibly to nature's calls". Republica (Nepal). Retrieved 2010-07-17.
- ↑ Avash Karmacharya (September 9, 2009). "Kiran KC: Sunshine comic". Republica (Nepal). Retrieved 2010-07-17.
- ↑ Maharani Lamsal (July 29, 2009). "Nepal gets its own Laurel and Hardy". Xinhua. Retrieved 2010-07-17.
- ↑ Nigam Raut. "Hari Bansha & Madan Krishna as MaHa Jodi". MaHa Sanchar. Retrieved 1 July 2015.