– Rajarajeswari. (Tamil cinema comeback). I Am (2011) – Rubina. An anthology film by Onir.
In Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s directorial debut, Koirala played Annie, the expressive and deeply devoted daughter of a deaf-mute couple. Her performance was widely praised for its emotional depth, earning her another Filmfare Critics Award for Best Performance and showcasing her ability to carry a film entirely on her shoulders. Dil Se.. (1998)
Marking her grand return with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the videos from this series went viral globally.
The Golden Era: Critical Acclaim and Iconic Roles (1994–1998) – Rajarajeswari
Manisha Koirala debuted in 1991 with Baba , but it was the 1992 blockbuster Beta that catapulted her to fame. Throughout the 1990s, she became the face of the "thinking woman" in commercial cinema, balancing glamour with gravitas.
The 1990s cemented Manisha as a premier actress. She quickly moved away from standard "glamour doll" roles to pick up challenging scripts.
After surviving a courageous, public battle with stage IV ovarian cancer in 2012, Manisha returned to the screen with a renewed, powerful artistic energy. An anthology film by Onir
An old video clip of Manisha Koirala discussing Nepal as a “Hindu Rashtra” (Hindu nation) and criticizing its secular status resurfaced online in 2024 and again in 2025, garnering millions of views and sparking political debates in Nepal and India. While the clip was old, it remains one of the most-watched interview videos featuring the actress on platforms like YouTube and X.
Manisha Koirala has been married to businessman Sushant Rana since 2008. She is known for her philanthropic work, particularly in the area of cancer awareness and education. In 2012, she was appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Population Fund.
– Her blockbuster Bollywood debut as Radha. First Love Letter (1991) – Radha. Yalgaar (1992) – Meghna Kumar. Insaaniyat Ke Devta (1993) – Bindiya. Anari (1993) – Special appearance. Dil Se
from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) - Though not all of this song features her (as it does with Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol), her presence in parts of this song is iconic.
Her popular videos—whether song sequences, iconic scenes, or motivational gym clips—continue to be discovered and shared by new audiences across the globe. As she once said in her video Dear Manisha , the 78 characters she has portrayed on screen are each a reflection of the many personalities a woman can have, and embracing all of them is the true path to understanding oneself. For fans old and new, the journey through Manisha Koirala’s filmography and popular videos is not merely an exploration of a single actor’s career but a celebration of the art of storytelling itself.
(2005) - A romantic comedy-drama where she played the lead role, again receiving positive reviews.
Manisha Koirala is a celebrated Nepalese-Indian actress whose career spans over three decades of versatile performances