Personal Information

Full Name: Manisha Koirala

Nickname: Manya, Manu

Country/State: Nepal

Date of Birth: 1970-08-16

Languages Known: Nepali (native), Hindi, English, Tamil, Malayalam, Urdu (conversational)

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian

Religion: Hinduism (Nepali Hindu family)

Hobbies: Reading (literature & spirituality), yoga & meditation, traveling, gardening, spending time with family & nephew, writing (authored memoir), social work (cancer awareness & women's empowerment)

Education

School: St. Joseph's Convent School, Panchgani; Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi

College: St. Joseph's Convent School, Panchgani; Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi

Degrees Obtained: Not publicly

Physical Stats

Height: 160 cm

Weight: 58 kg

Family Information

Parents: Father: Prakash Koirala (politician & former minister in Nepal) Mother: Sushma Koirala (homemaker)

Siblings: Brother: Siddharth Koirala (actor & director) Sister: Sunaina Koirala (designer)

Marital Status: married

Wife: First: Samrat Dahal (Nepali businessman; married 2001, divorced 2005) Second: Nick Ede (British businessman; married 2010, divorced 2012)

Children: 0

Career

Current Position: Actress, Cancer Survivor Advocate, Philanthropist, Motivational Speaker (selective acting in films & OTT; active in cancer awareness, women's rights & wellness advocacy)

Skills:

Net Worth: Approximately ₹150–220 crore (from long career, international work, endorsements, real estate, investments)

Awards & Achievements: National Film Award for Best Actress – Khamoshi: The Musical (1996) Filmfare Best Actress – Khamoshi: The Musical (1997) Filmfare Best Supporting Actress – Company (2002) Padma Shri (2024) – India's fourth-highest civilian honor Known for powerful roles in Bombay (1995), Khamoshi: The Musical (1996), Dil Se.. (1998), Company (2002), Tum Bin (2001), Market (2003), Cheeni Kum (2007), Talaash (2012 cameo), Dear Zindagi (2016), Laal Singh Chaddha (2022), Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022) Overcame ovarian cancer (diagnosed 2012, recovered 2014) – became a prominent cancer awareness advocate

Biography Details

Manisha Koirala (born August 16, 1970, in Kathmandu) is one of Indian cinema's most respected actresses. Daughter of Nepali politician Prakash Koirala, she debuted in Nepali film Nakkali Bahini (1980) as a child and entered Bollywood with Saudagar (1991). She rose to stardom with powerful performances in Bombay (1995), Khamoshi: The Musical (1996 – National Award), Dil Se.. (1998), Company (2002), and Tum Bin (2001).

Known for intense, emotional roles, she took a break after ovarian cancer diagnosis (2012) and recovery (2014). She made a strong comeback with Dear Zindagi (2016), Laal Singh Chaddha (2022), and Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022). Twice married and divorced, she remains unmarried. At 55, she is selective with roles, focusing on meaningful cinema, cancer awareness, women's empowerment, and wellness advocacy.

• January 2026: Manisha Koirala turned 56 (August 16, 2025 birthday tributes carried forward); shared reflective post about life, recovery, gratitude, and family on Instagram. Fans celebrated her strength and timeless elegance.
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• January 2026: She spoke at a cancer awareness & wellness summit; shared her journey from diagnosis (2012) to full recovery, emphasizing early detection, positivity, and holistic healing.
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• January 2026: Rare nostalgic throwback photos from Bombay (1995) & Khamoshi (1996) recirculated; she expressed pride in those roles and their lasting impact.
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• Ongoing: No new film or OTT project announced early 2026; low-profile life focused on family, cancer advocacy, women's empowerment talks, and occasional brand endorsements. No health setbacks or controversies in early 2026; remains one of the most respected figures in Indian cinema.

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