Sunil Thapa’s demise left Priyanka Chopra heartbroken. She penned an emotional note to pay tribute to her May Kom co-star and revealed how he helped her deal with father’s loss. PeeCee also shared some memories she shared with Thapa on the sets of the film on social media. Read full story here.
Nepali actor Sunil Thapa passed away today (February 7) at the age of 68. He breathed his last at the Norvic Hospital in Thapathali, Kathmandu, Nepal. Sunil Thapa’s demise has indeed left the entire Nepali and Indian fan base in deep shock and sorrow. The late veteran actor had worked in some of the popular Bollywood films and web series. Priyanka Chopra, who shared screen space with Sunil Thapa in Mary Kom, has mourned his demise on social media with an emotional post. In the heartwarming note, PeeCee mentioned that Sunil helped her deal with her father, Ashok Chopra’s loss during the shoot of the Omung Kumar-directed film.
Priyanka Chopra Mourns Sunil Thapa’s Demise
Priyanka Chopra took to her Instagram handle and shared some moments from Mary Kom featuring the late actor Sunil Thapa, who played the role of her coach in the film. In an emotional note, the global actress mentioned that Thala will always be her coach.
The Dostana actress stated, “You kept me together when I had just lost my dad. You loved me and helped me through many tough days without even realizing.” (sic) Moreover, Priyanka also remembered warm hugs and infectious laughs of the late actor.
Priyanka Chopra also stated that Sunil Thapa will never be forgotten. The diva stated that her condolences and prayers will always be with the departed soul’s family.
Sunil Thapa Death Reason
According to The Kathmandu Post, the doctors conducted an ECG at 7:55 AM to find out the cause of his death. They suspect a cardiac arrest. Sunil Thapa stayed in Nepal, but his family members live in Mumbai. He was the renowned actor in the Nepali film industry. The actor had also worked in Hindi, Bhojpuri and Telugu films.
All You Need To Know About Sunil Thapa
Sunil Thapa was born in Dang. Sunil Thapa made his big screen debut with the Hindi film Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981), starring Kamal Haasan and Rati Agnihotri in the lead roles. Before taking up acting, he worked as a model in the Nepali film industry.
In his younger days, Sunil Thapa worked as a photojournalist for JS Magazine (Junior Statesman) and covered the Bhutan Coronation in 1974.
