Jassita Gurung
Jassita Gurung | |
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 Gurung celebrating Holi festival in Kathmandu (2019) | |
| Born | May 16, 1996 Pokhara, Nepal |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | Henry Beaufort School |
| Alma mater | Peter Symonds College |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Height | 5 ft 7.5 in (171 cm) |
Jassita Gurung (Nepali: जस्सिता गुरुङ, born on May 16, 1996, in Pokhara, Nepal[1]) is a Nepalese-British actress and model.
She made her film debut in 2018 in the movie Lily Bily. Gurung is known for her roles in Lily Bily, with Pradeep Khadka, and Love Station.
Life
[edit]Jassita Gurung was born in Nepal, but grew up in the UK with her parents and close relatives.[2][3] Her father is a retired British Army officer, and her mother is a homemaker. She has a brother named Ajay Gurung and a sister named Nicky Gurung.[citation needed]
In 2018 (2075 in the Hindu calendar) she received two awards as Best debut actress for her role as Shurtee in Lily Bily.[4]
She is currently a judge in Super Dancer Nepal, alongside Suren Rai and Saroj Khanal.[5]
Filmography
[edit]| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Lily Bily | Shurtee | [6] |
| 2019 | Love Station | Rani | [7] |
| 2022 | Jackie I am 21 | Ruby | [8][9] |
| 2024 | Farki Farki | Sayera | [10] |
Awards
[edit]| Year | Nominated work | Category | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Lilly Billy | Dcine Award 2075 – Best Debut Actor (Female) | Won | [11] |
| 2018 | Lilly Billy | Kamana Film Award 2075 – Best Debut Actor (Female) | Won | [12] |
References
[edit]- ^ "Jassita Gurung Biography". Nepali Actress. September 14, 2018. Archived from the original on February 20, 2019. Retrieved February 19, 2019.
- ^ "Jashita Gururng". reelnepal. Archived from the original on February 20, 2019. Retrieved February 19, 2019.
- ^ "Jassita, Aditi, Miruna, Sara & other New Actresses of 2074". Nepali Actress. April 17, 2018. Archived from the original on February 20, 2019. Retrieved February 19, 2019.
- ^ "Nepal & NepaliShatru Gate wins best film, NFDC National Film Award 2018 winners are." Nepal & Nepali. April 27, 2018. Archived from the original on November 19, 2023. Retrieved November 19, 2023.
- ^ "realme announces its title sponsorship for 'Super Dancer Nepal'". b360nepal.com. Retrieved November 19, 2023.
- ^ "Lily Bily crosses 40 million mark". kathmandupost.ekantipur.com. Archived from the original on February 20, 2019. Retrieved February 19, 2019.
- ^ Republica. "Pradeep Khadka and Jassita Gurung confirmed for 'Love Station'". My City. Retrieved February 19, 2019.
- ^ "Jassita Gurung". Lens Nepal. Archived from the original on May 16, 2023. Retrieved November 19, 2023.
- ^ "Dads, let your kids dance". kathmandupost.com. Archived from the original on May 28, 2023. Retrieved November 19, 2023.
- ^ "७० लाख लिएर हनी बनीमा जोडिए अनमोल केसी". Kantipur Publications (in Nepali). February 21, 2022. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
- ^ "Dcine Award Details | 2075". Lens Nepal. Archived from the original on February 20, 2019. Retrieved February 19, 2019.
- ^ "Kamana Film Award Details | 2075". Lens Nepal. Archived from the original on February 7, 2019. Retrieved February 19, 2019.
External links
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