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India.com
9 hours ago
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- India.com
Granddaughter of PM, had 11 affairs but is still single, was once a star, her name is..., debut film was...
She had the looks, the legacy, and the limelight. Yet, what she truly longed for, lasting love, slipped away time and again. Manisha Koirala, the '90s icon, not only carried a royal bloodline but also a trail of emotional scars that fame could never heal. Who is this actress with royal roots? Manisha belongs to Nepal's politically influential Koirala family. Her father, Prakash Koirala, was a noted politician, and her grandfather, Bishweshwar Prasad Koiral, was Nepal's Prime Minister. She carried elegance not just in her name but also in her craft, bagging multiple Filmfare and top-tier awards while being one of the highest-paid actresses of her time. Manisha Koirala's debut movie was the Nepali film Pheri Bhetaula (1989) What happened in her love life? Despite having a string of relationships, 11 to be exact, love never quite stayed, according to several media reports. From her early romance with Saudagar co-star Vivek Mushran to her widely talked-about relationship with Nana Patekar, Manisha was never shy about owning her past. 'Manisha is a very sensitive actress,' Nana once admitted. She even reportedly caught him cheating with Ayesha Jhulka, a moment that left deep wounds. Post-Nana, depression crept in. Offers of love came and went, from DJ Whosane (who proposed) to Nigerian businessman Cecil Anthony, from actor Aryan Vaid (allegedly seeking publicity) to restaurateur Prashant Chaudhary, who backed out under family pressure. Her name was also linked with diplomat Crispin Conroy, Wipro heir Tariq Premji, Akshay Kumar, musician Sandeep Chowta, and American entrepreneur Christopher Dorris. Eventually, Manisha married businessman Samrat Dahal, seven years younger than her. Sadly, the marriage was short-lived. She once called Samrat 'my biggest enemy' and later took full accountability, saying, 'I rushed into it. I wanted to marry, then realised I wasn't made for it. The mistake was mine.' Where is she now? A cancer survivor and motivational speaker, Manisha has found strength in solitude. Speaking at an event in London, she reflected on Nepal's unstable politics, her health battles, and her shift toward introspection. 'I'm a democrat,' she said, 'but I believe Nepal may need a monarchy for true stability.'
NDTV
a day ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Manisha Koirala On When The Doctor Told Her She Had Cancer: "I Thought I'll Die"
London: Manisha Koirala recently spoke candidly about her health and revealed that she thought she was 'going to die', when she was diagnosed with cancer. Manisha Koirala also shared her views on politics, life, and work at a special event hosted by Here & Now 365 at The Chambers, Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, London. Reflecting on her personal battle with ovarian cancer in 2012, she shared, 'When the doctor told me I had cancer, I thought, this is it. I'm going to die. But by God's grace, I didn't. I learned to live again. Resilience isn't a heroic burst. It's a series of small choices, made moment by moment." In conversation with Manish Tiwari, founder of Here and Now 365, she shared her views on Nepal's political crisis. 'Every leader undoes what the previous leader did. That's why democracy doesn't seem to work in Nepal. No government lasts. I believe Nepal needs a monarchy on top so there's some balance," said the Heeramandi actress. Asked how she balances her family's political legacy with her own global fame, she said, 'I love my country deeply. But I worry, there's a longing for dignity and stability. We need to rebuild institutions, not just governments.' The actress spoke about her Bollywood career spanning over three decades and recalled how she began without formal training. 'I hadn't even finished Class 12 and suddenly I was standing next to Dilip Kumar and Raj Kumar on a film set!' She starred in acclaimed films like 1942: A Love Story, Bombay, and Dil Se, but the fame took a toll on her, 'I burned out. I was working 18-19 hours a day… Slowly, I lost direction.' During the discussion, Tiwari suggested she could lead a global film project to showcase Nepal beyond the obvious. The actress said, 'That's a seed you've planted today… let's see what grows.' Concluding on a lighter note, she said, 'The Koirala women are so liberated, girls want to be a Koirala but no man wants to marry a Koirala girl!'
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Manisha Koirala Recalls Cancer Diagnosis: 'I Thought I'm Going To Die'
Last Updated: Manisha Koirala opens up about surviving ovarian cancer: 'I thought I'm going to die.' The actress reflects on life, resilience, and her recent honorary doctorate. Veteran Bollywood actress and cancer survivor Manisha Koirala recently shared emotional and inspiring reflections on her life journey during a special event hosted by Here & Now 365 at The Chambers, Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, London. The Dil Se.. star, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2012, recalled the devastating moment she first heard the news. 'When the doctor told me I had cancer, I thought, this is it. I'm going to die. But by God's grace, I didn't. I learned to live again," she said, adding, 'Resilience isn't a heroic burst. It's a series of small choices, made moment by moment." Koirala was in conversation with Manish Tiwari, founder of Here & Now 365, where she also weighed in on Nepal's ongoing political crisis, expressing her deep connection to her homeland. Celebrating a personal milestone, Manisha Koirala was recently conferred an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Bradford, a recognition of her resilience, life experiences, and contribution to society. Taking to Instagram, she shared a heartfelt video from the graduation ceremony. 'Today, I received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford. I stand here not as someone who came through the traditional path of education, but as someone who learned through life — through hard work, failure, resilience, and service," she wrote. She continued with a message of hope and gratitude: 'This honor means more than I can put into words. It's proof that no matter where you start, your journey matters. Thank you to the University of Bradford for seeing value in my story. Keep growing. Keep shining…" On this celebratory day, Manisha also took a poignant moment to remember her late grandmother, Sushila Koirala, who played a pivotal role in shaping her life. 'Offering deepest tribute to mother Susila, who raised me, taught me the values of life and founded me the foundation of who I am today," she wrote in an emotional Instagram post. 'My sweetest childhood memories are attached to her — whether learning life lessons, learning Bharatanatyam or Manipuri dance, or reading a book." She lovingly called her grandmother her 'first teacher" and shared archival photographs in her memory. Sushila Koirala, a noted classical dancer and theatre director, passed away in 2007 in Kathmandu. On the professional front, Manisha was last seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, where her portrayal of Mallikajaan received rave reviews and marked a powerful return to screen. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
"When I heard I had cancer, I thought I was going to die", says Manisha Koirala as he opens up on life, politics, and Bollywood
Picture Credit: X Acclaimed Bollywood actress and cancer crusader Manisha Koirala spoke candidly about her health and revealed that when she learnt about having the deadly disease, she thought she is "going to die." Manish also shared her views on politics, life, and work at a special event hosted by Here & Now 365 at The Chambers, Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, London. Reflecting on her personal battle with ovarian cancer in 2012, she shared: "When the doctor told me I had cancer, I thought, this is it. I'm going to die. But by God's grace, I didn't. I learned to live again. Resilience isn't a heroic burst. It's a series of small choices, made moment by moment," she said. In conversation with Manish Tiwari, founder of Here and Now 365, shared her views on Nepal's political crisis. Views on Nepal's politics "Every leader undoes what the previous leader did. That's why democracy doesn't seem to work in Nepal. No government lasts," said Koirala. Describing herself firmly as a "democrat," she added: "I believe Nepal needs a monarchy on top so there's some balance." Asked how she balances her family's political legacy with her own global fame, she said: "I love my country deeply. But I worry, there's a longing for dignity and stability. We need to rebuild institutions, not just governments." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dhoni's Exclusive Home Interior Choice? HomeLane Get Quote Undo Bollywood Journey The actress spoke about her Bollywood career spanning over three decades and recalled how she began without formal training. "I hadn't even finished Class 12 and suddenly I was standing next to Dilip Kumar and Raj Kumar on a film set!" She starred in acclaimed films like '1942: A Love Story', 'Bombay', and 'Dil Se' but said the fame took a toll on her "I burned out. I was working 18-19 hours a day... Slowly, I lost direction." During the discussion, Tiwari suggested she could lead a global film project to showcase Nepal beyond the obvious. Manisha said: "That's a seed you've planted today... let's see what grows." Concluding on a lighter note, she said: "The Koirala women are so liberated, girls want to be a Koirala but no man wants to marry a Koirala girl!"
News18
2 days ago
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Manisha Koirala Receives Honorary Doctorate From UK's University Of Bradford
Last Updated: Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford for her contributions and life journey. She shared her excitement on Instagram. Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala was recently conferred with an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Bradford, marking a proud moment in her inspiring journey. Known for her role in Dil Se.., Koirala shared that her learning has come not through conventional education but through life experiences, calling herself a student of life Sharing the news on Instagram, the Dil Se.. actress posted a video from the graduation ceremony and reflected on her unique life path. 'Today, I received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford," she wrote. 'I stand here not as someone who came through the traditional path of education, but as someone who learned through life — through hard work, failure, resilience, and service." Koirala expressed deep gratitude to the university for recognising her journey and story. 'This honor means more than I can put into words. It's proof that no matter where you start, your journey matters. Thank you to the University of Bradford for seeing value in my story. Keep growing. Keep shining…" she added in her heartfelt post. Take a look below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manisha Koirala (@m_koirala) Apart from celebrating this professional high, Koirala also took a moment to remember someone very personal. On the same day, she paid a tribute to her late grandmother, Sushila Koirala, in an emotional Instagram note. 'Offering deepest tribute to mother Susila, who raised me, taught me the values of life and founded me the foundation of who I am today. My sweetest childhood memories are attached to her — whether learning life lessons, learning Bharatanatyam or Manipuri dance, or reading a book," she wrote. She called her grandmother her 'first teacher" and shared two photographs to honour her memory. Sushila Koirala, a respected classical dancer and theatre director, passed away on 13 July 2007 in Kathmandu, Nepal. On the work front, Manisha was last seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's acclaimed Netflix series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, where her performance as Mallikajaan earned widespread praise. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
