Pradeep Khadka Biography – Nepal’s Leading Actor, Filmmaker & Brand Icon
Pradeep Khadka Biography – Nepal’s Leading Actor, Filmmaker & Brand Icon
Full Name: Pradeep Khadka
Native Name: प्रदीप खड्का
Date of Birth: March 10, 1992
Place of Birth: Kusunti, Lalitpur, Nepal
Nationality: Nepalese
Profession: Actor, Filmmaker, Scriptwriter, Model
Years Active: 2011–present
Height: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
Weight: Approximately 65 kg
Education: MBA in Marketing, Sikkim Manipal University (via Lord Buddha Education Foundation)
Parents: Tek Bahadur Khadka (Father), Sharada Khadka (Mother)
Relationship Status: Single (rumored association with actress Jassita Gurung
Early Life and Education
Pradeep Khadka was born on March 10, 1992, in Kusunti, Lalitpur, Nepal, to Tek Bahadur Khadka and Sharada Khadka. He completed his secondary education at Lord Buddha Secondary English School and pursued higher secondary education at Prasadi Academy. He holds an MBA in Marketing from Sikkim Manipal University, completed through the Lord Buddha Education Foundation in Kathmandu.
Career
Pradeep’s passion for acting led him to establish his own production company, Pradeep Media Pvt. Ltd., in 2011. He debuted as an actor and producer with the film “Escape” in 2015, which did not perform well commercially. However, his breakthrough came with the romantic drama “Prem Geet” (2016), where his performance garnered critical acclaim and commercial success.
Following this success, Pradeep starred in several hit films, including “Prem Geet 2” (2017), “Lily Bily” (2018), “Love Station” (2019), “Prakash” (2022), “Prem Geet 3” (2022), and “Pujar Sarki” (2024). His role in “Prakash” was particularly noted for its depth and realism.
In addition to acting, Pradeep has contributed as a scriptwriter and producer, showcasing his versatility in the Nepali film industry.
Personal Life
Pradeep Khadka maintains a private personal life. While there have been rumors linking him romantically to actress Jassita Gurung, he has not publicly confirmed any relationship.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Pradeep Khadka’s estimated net worth is approximately $10 million. His income sources include acting, filmmaking, brand endorsements, and his production company. He is among the highest-paid actors in the Nepali film industry.
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Brand Endorsements
Pradeep has served as a brand ambassador for several prominent companies, including Pepsi, TVS Motor Company, and Vivo in Nepal, reflecting his significant influence and popularity.
Awards and Recognitions
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2016: Best Couple Award with Puja Sharma for “Prem Geet” at the Fan Award
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2018: Most Popular Actor at LG Cine Circle Award for “Lily Bily”
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2022: Best Debut Actor (Bollywood) at the Global Taaj International Film Festival for “Prem Geet 3”
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2023: Best Actor at the Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) for “Prakash”
Filmography
Selected Films:
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Escape (2015)
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Prem Geet (2016)
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Prem Geet 2 (2017)
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Lily Bily (2018)
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Love Station (2019)
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Prakash (2022)
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Prem Geet 3 (2022)
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Pujar Sarki (2024)
Upcoming Projects:
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Aktor: Take One (2025)
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Eklo: I (2025)
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Airi (2025)
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26 Karod (2025)
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Lily Bily 2 (2026)
Social Media Presence
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Instagram: @pradeepkhadkaofficial – Over 154k followers
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Facebook: Pradeep Khadka Official – Over 770k followers
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Twitter: @pradeepktweets – Over 2.5k followers
Note: All information is accurate as of May 2025. For the latest updates, refer to official Nepali film industry sources.