Barsha Siwakoti
[Barsha Siwakoti is a Nepali actress of great fame. Many youngsters look up to her as their role model. She started her career in Nepali film industry from her debut movie Nai Nabhannu La 2. She rose to fame from her second movie Pashuati Prasad, which was one of the superhit Nepali films. She has also posed as a model in many Nepali music videos. One of the best music videos she had in her career was “Sanjha Pakha Ekanatama” by Nabin K. Bhattarai. Recently she has been featured in the hit movie Lappan Chhappan. Anil Khatiwada caught up with her and had a brief but significant talk with Actress Siwakoti for The Gorkha Times. Presented herewith is the talk.
What have you learned about yourself since you became a celebrity?
Well, the first thing is I have learned to accept myself. I have learned to enjoy life. I have learned to grow through experiences.
What things in life are still a mystery to you?
I always wonder how some people can flatter themselves among others with pride and that they have not really done anything substantial, but are still very proud!
What things in your life would you give up in an instant if it got you to an even better place than you are in now?
I would give up all the relations that stuck me on my way to carrier uplifting.
If you were God for a day, what changes would you make to the world?
I would replace money with love!
If you were not a celebrity what would you aspire to be?
Since I am a BBA graduate, I would definitely be working in a bank.
Is your celebrity status a gift or curse?
Of course a gift! This was something I always wished to possess in the wake of living.
How do you determine who are true friends and who are those that just linger on?
There always comes a situation in life where real relations and fake ones are differentiated. The real ones never think bad of you.
Do you read fiction? Tell us about a book you have recently gone through.
I haven’t gone through fictions as I enjoy reading biographies and motivational books that make a very positive impact on my current stage of life.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Never be tolerant on bad deeds upon you. Speak up!
What suggestion do you have for people during the ongoing corona pandemic?
Be positive and try to learn about yourself! Give time to yourself and make a habit of healthy lifestyle!