Priyanka Karki
Born: 1987-02-27 in Kathmandu, Nepal
Known For: Acting
Biography
Priyanka Karki ( born February 27, 1987) is one of the most successful and versatile figures in modern Nepali entertainment, known for her prolific work as an actress, model, dancer, and director. She first gained public attention by winning Miss Teen Nepal 2005. She later moved to the United States to pursue higher education, graduating summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in Film and Digital Media Production from the University of North Alabama. After returning to Nepal, she made her acting debut in the 2012 film 3 Lovers and quickly became a box-office powerhouse through major hits such as Jholay, Nai Nabhannu La 2, and the record-breaking Chhakka Panja franchise. In her personal life, Priyanka is married to fellow Nepali actor Ayushman Desraj Shrestha Joshi. The couple, often referred to by the media as "Ayanka," tied the knot on February 29, 2020, after several years of dating. They welcomed their first child, a daughter named Ayanka Karki Joshi, in September 2021. She remains a leading influencer and a dominant force in the industry, continuing to balance high-profile film roles with her entrepreneurial ventures and philanthropic work through the Ayanka Foundation.
Filmography
2026
- I am Jit Bahadur
- Pahaad
- Button as Ramaa
- Masterni
2025
- Mummy as Sapana
- Hari Bahadur Ko Jutta
2023
- Fulbari
- Nai Nabhannu La 6 as Madam
- Kichkandi
2022
- Hello Jindagi as Elina
2019
2018
- Lily Bily
- Shatru Gatey
- Katha Kathmandu
- Nai Nabhannu La 5
- Chhakka Panja 3 as Special Appearance
2017
- Radhe
- Lalteen
- Chhakka Panja 2 as Uma
- Fateko Jutta
2016
- Classic as Jenny
- Fanko as Lilly
- Chhakka Panja as Champa
- Nai Nabhannu La 4
- Purano Dunga as Chandra
- How Funny!! as Ramita
2015
- Sadanga as Salina
- Mission Paisa 2: Reloaded as Special Appearance
- Nai Nabhannu La 3
- Suntali
- Kabaddi Kabaddi as Lalita
- Woda Number 6 as Sushila
2014
- Shree 5 Ambare as Special Appearance
- Nai Nabhannu La 2 as Sisir's Mother
- Jholay