Bhojraj Bhatta, also known as Biraj Bhatt or Viraj Bhatt (Nepali: विराज भट्), is a Nepalese actor, director and film producer known for his works in Nepali cinema and Bhojpuri cinema. Widely known in media as Action Star or Action Tiger of Nepali Cinema, he is known for his socio-drama action movies and is considered one of the most successful actor in Nepali cinema history and one of the few actor to have successful career in foreign film industry, Bhojpuri.[1][2] He has worked in some Tharu language films as well. He has starred in more than 200 movies through different languages like Nepali, Bhojpuri & Tharu.[3] He received National Film award for Best actor for Nepali movie Khal Nayak (2008).[4]
Biraj Bhatt | |
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 Bhatta in 2017 | |
| Born | Bhojraj Bhatta (भोजराज भट्ट) |
| Nationality | Nepalese |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Film Director, Film Producer |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Spouse | Saraswati Bhatta |
| Children | 2 (incl. Samir Bhatt) |
Acting career
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2002–2007 Debut and early work
editBiraj Bhatt first film credit was a supporting role in Khukuri which did well at the box office.[5] He also appeared in supporting roles in films like Unko Samjhana Ma(2001) and Pauju(2002). He also made a cameo appearance in the action comedy film Raju Raja Ram(2005). He starred in the Tharu language film Abhagan Suhaagan(2005) and co-starred in Nepali films like Agnipath (2004), Durga (2005), Maidan(2005), Jeevan Daata (2005), Hami Taxi Driver (2006) and Dadagiri(2007). after the successful of his early movies he was appreciated by critics for his dance & Action.
2008–2011 Stardom, success, and break from Nepali film industry )
editHe starred in the lead role in Himmat, Kismat, KhalNayak, Sisila, Agni Jwala, Ilaka, Itihaas, Taqdeer, Arjun Dev, Dosti, Naina Resham, Giraftar, Himmat 2, Dhoom, Sapoot, Naya Nepal, Darr and many more. In a short time he appeared in more than 76 successful movies from 2000 to 2011. He became a star in Bhojpuri cinema after his successful debut in movie Lagal Raha Yeh Raja Ji(2008).His last release of a Nepali movie was Migra Trishana (2011) which starred Nandita K.C. and was directed by Tulsi Ghimire. Following the release of Migra Trishana his only Bhojpuri-dubbed movies released with five-year gaps were Karja Ragat Ko, Kundali, Gunda, Kartoos, Mard, Jungbhoomi, Shooter, Pratikar & Damini—all were commercial failures.
2012–2015 Stardom In Bhojpuri
editHe starred in his first Bhojpuri Movie Lagal Raha Yeh Raja Ji (2007). He starred in Bhojpuri movies such as Mard Tangewala (2009), Hum Hai Hero Hindustani (2009), Mard Rikshawala (2010), Jaanwar (2012), Panchayat, Mahabharat, Durga, Rang, Gunday, Trishul, Shooter, Damini, Son of Bihar, Jungle Raaz, Hitler, Janeman, Lohe Ki Zanjeer, Daag, Bhaagi, Kartoos and others. He is called a " He Man" of Bhojpuri cinema. He appeared in more than 80 Bhojpuri movies in 5 years.
2016 Comeback to Nepali film, and slump)
editIn 2016 he was in the action film Jai Parshuram. Although the film was a commercial failure, his performance in this movie was highly appreciated especially in its action part. He committed to star in the film Harke Raja but it was not made.
2019–present Sanglo and 12 Gaun success
editIn 2019, Biraj Bhatt returned to Nepali cinema starring in Sanglo, in which he directed and acted opposite Nikita Chandak.[6] The film was average success at the box office. Next, he acted and directed action drama film 12 Gaun which also marked the debut of his eldest son Samir Bhatt. Released with target of gaining advantage of Dashain Holiday, it met with mixed review from critics, it received positive feedback from audience and became huge blockbuster at the box office and one of the highest-grossing film in Nepal.[7]
Stage performance
editBiraj Bhatt has performed on Bhojpuri and Nepali shows in Qatar.[citation needed]
Filmography
edit| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| ‡ | Indicates documentary release |
| Year | Language | Title | Role(s) | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Nepali | Khukri | Inspector | Debut film | |
| 2005 | Tharu | Abhagan Suhagan | |||
| Nepali | Agnipath | ||||
| Nepali | Raju Raja Ram | KarnaMan Singh Basnet | Special appearance | ||
| 2006 | Nepali | Hami Taxi Driver | |||
| Nepali | Jeevandata | ||||
| 2007 | Nepali | Don | |||
| Nepali | Agni Jwala | Jwala | |||
| Nepali | Himmat | ||||
| 2008 | Nepali | Sahara | |||
| Nepali | Khalnayak | Deva | Won National Award for Best Actor | ||
| Nepali | Giraftar | ||||
| Nepali | Naseeb Aafno | ||||
| Nepali | Dewar Babu | Lucky | |||
| Nepali | Dar | ||||
| Bhojpuri | Lagal Raha Ae Rajaji | ||||
| 2009 | Nepali | Batuli | Abhay | ||
| Bhojpuri | Deewana | ||||
| Bhojpuri | Hum Hai Hero Hindustani | ||||
| 2010 | Nepali | Maidan | Inspector Himal | ||
| Nepali | Timi Bina Ko Jiwan | Samir/Pandu | |||
| Nepali | Prahaar | Inspector Surya | |||
| 2011 | Nepali | Itihaas | Babu Raja | ||
| Nepali | Na Birse TImilai Na Paye Timilai | ||||
| Nepali | Birata Ko Chino | Aakash | |||
| Nepali | Mriga Trishna | Dev | |||
| Nepali | Nigarani | [8] | |||
| Bhojpuri | Piyawa Bada Satawela | [4] | |||
| 2012 | Nepali | Naina Resham | Biraj/Resham | ||
| Nepali | Bhagi Bhagi Najau | Aakash | |||
| Bhojpuri | Khudda | ||||
| Bhojpuri | Jaan Tere Naam | [4] | |||
| 2013 | Nepali | Damini | |||
| Nepali | Aljhechha Kyare Pachheuri | ||||
| Nepali | Karja Ragat Ko | ||||
| Nepali | Zanjeer | ||||
| Bhojpuri | Himmatwala | [4] | |||
| 2014 | Nepali | Jwala | |||
| 2015 | Bhojpuri | Laagi Tohse Lagan | [4] | ||
| 2016 | Nepali | Jai Parshuram | DSP Parshuram Bikram Thapa | ||
| 2017 | Bhojpuri | Gunday | Ranjeet | [4] | |
| 2020 | Nepali | Sanglo | Saral | Debut as director and producer | [3] |
| 2023 | Bhojpuri | Vadh | Shiv Singh | ||
| 2024 | Nepali | 12 Gaun | Arjun | Also director and producer | [9] |
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | National Award | Best Actor | Khalnayak | Won | |
| 2020 | D Cine Award | Best Debut Director | Sanglo | Won |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "'आफ्नै लापरवाहीले बलिउडमा प्रवेश गर्न सकिनँ': विराज भट्ट". Online Khabar (in Nepali). Retrieved 22 May 2023.
- ^ "बिराज भट्ट : निखिललाई टक्कर, कमब्याकमा ठक्कर". Online Khabar (in Nepali). Archived from the original on 31 January 2019. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ a b "Biraj and Nikita pair together in 'Saanglo". Republica. 5 May 2019. Retrieved 22 May 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f "From 'Himmatwala' to 'Piyawa Bada Satawela': Biraj Bhatt's Bhojpuri films you shouldn't miss". The Times of India. 9 April 2020. Archived from the original on 31 October 2021. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ पौडेल, सुशील (30 January 2020). "डेब्यु परीक्षामा विराज". Kantipur Publications (in Nepali). Archived from the original on 15 May 2020. Retrieved 22 May 2023.
- ^ "Biraj and Nikita pair together in 'Saanglo". My City. 5 May 2019. Archived from the original on 5 May 2019. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ ज्ञवाली, रामजी (8 February 2020). "डेब्यु परीक्षा : सफल भए त विराज ?". Saptahik (in Nepali). Archived from the original on 12 June 2022. Retrieved 22 May 2023.
- ^ पौडेल, सुशील (12 April 2011). "निगरानी आफैं उदांगिँदै". Kantipur Publications (in Nepali). Retrieved 27 October 2024.
- ^ Maharjan, Timila (23 October 2024). "A tale of tyranny and revenge". The Kathmandu Post. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
