Wilson Bikram Rai
Wilson Bikram Rai (Nepali: विल्सन विक्रम राई) is a Nepalese comedian, actor, singer, dancer and film producer.[1][2][3] He played the role as Takme Buda on NTV sitcom Meri Bassai (2012–2015). Now he is featuring in the comedy web series Khas Khus. He often imitates the retired ex-British Gurkha army Kirat Kirat accent as 'Takme Buda' to entertain his spectators. He is also the brand ambassador of Italian shoes Black Horse.
| Wilson Bikram Rai | |
|---|---|
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| Born | Birtamod, Jhapa, Nepal |
| Medium | Stand-up, television, film |
| Nationality | Nepalese |
| Genres | Observational comedy, Political satire, pop culture |
| Notable works and roles | Takme Buda on NTV sitcom Meri Bassai |
Early life
Wilson Bikram Rai was born in Birtamod, Jhapa Nepal where his father and sister still resides. He studied in Little Flowers' English School in Anarmani 4 Jhapa Nepal. His mother Mrs Kamala Rai died when he was 9 years old.
Career
Playback singing
He is active in singing, his songs include:
- Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
- Pani Pani Pani Jindagani
- 19 Fauntin youdda Ladhda Pako Mailey Takma
- I Love You Santaram
- Chanuwa Mitho
- Jhyana pultung
Acting
He is known for his role as Takme Buda in Meri Bassai. Before his current role, he hosted a comedy show channel on YouTube, titled The Wilson Bikram Show. He has acted in a number of music videos including:
- Adrian Pradhan's Khairo Khairo Kapal Timro[4]
- Prakash Poudel's Haa Haa Haa[5]
- Parbati Rai's Jhajhalko Aai Rahancha Barai
- Kumar Dumi Rai's Soi Dhole Soi
Filmography
Rai has featured in a number of Nepalese films and Tele-Series.
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Shati | ||
| 2008 | Samjhana | ||
| 2012 | Saayad | Best Comedy Artist by Filmy Khabar 2069 Best Supporting Actor NFDC Award Best Comedy Actor NAFTA | |
| 2013 | Rhythm | Best Supporting Actor by DCine Awards National Film Award for Best Actor | |
| 2013 | |||
| 2013 | Nepathya | ||
| 2014 | Producer | NAFTA Award for Best Actor in Comedy Role Kamana Award for Best Actor in Comedy Role DCine Award for Best Comedian | |
| 2014 | Humjayega | ||
| 2014 | My Promise | ||
| 2014 | One Way | ||
| 2015 | Adhkatti | ||
| 2015 | Raato Ghar | ||
| 2017 | A Mero Hajur 2 | ||
| 2019 | Kabaddi Kabaddi Kabaddi | ||
References
- "Interview with Wilson Bikram Rai". InterviewBagaicha.com. Retrieved 31 December 2012.
- "The unflappable Adrian". The Kathmandu Post. 19 May 2013.
- "Youth issues in the spotlight". The Kathmandu Post. 15 May 2012.
- "TAKME BUDA ADRIAN PRADHAN NEPALI FOLK SONG KHAIRO KHAIRO KAPAL".
- "Prakash Poudel featuring Takme Budo".