Very sad: Manoj Bajpayee reacts to The Family Man 3 co-star Sunil Thapa’s death
Actor Manoj Bajpayee has expressed deep grief over the demise of Sunil Thapa. In his latest Instagram post, he remembered the connection they shared during the shooting of The Family Man 3.
Actor Manoj Bajpayee has expressed grief over the demise of his co-star Sunil Thapa. The message shared on their Instagram stories highlighted the bond formed between the two actors while shooting for the third season The Family Man. His post reflects on Thapa’s role not only in the series but also in Bajpayee’s personal memories of the project.
In his tribute, Bajpayee wrote, “This is so sad! May your soul rest in peace sir! My memories of the third season of TFM will live forever because of you!” The note, along with a red heart emoji, points to the meaningful relationship that developed between the two during production.
Sunil Thapa’s role in Family Man 3
Thapa played the role of Nagaland’s respected MCA chief David Khuzou The Family Man 3. Despite her limited screen time, Thapa’s performance was described as essential to the series’ story, making a significant impact on the cast and crew.
Industry reactions
Industry colleagues have noted Thapa’s ability to make a mark even in brief roles.
Earlier in the day, Priyanka Chopra had also expressed her respect on social media while reflecting on her relationship with Sunil Thapa. The actor’s message joined widespread condolences from the film fraternity.
In an emotional Instagram note, the actor described the deep bond he shared with Thapa during and after the filming Mary Kom. He credited Sunil for helping him through the most challenging periods of his personal life, especially after the death of his father Ashok Chopra.
Heritage in Nepali and Indian cinema
Sunil Thapa’s career spanned four decades, in which he made significant contributions to both Bollywood and Nepali cinema. The late actor, known for his versatility, seamlessly transitioned between the roles of villain and guru. He also served as the President of Everest Film Academy, playing an important role in the development of the film community in Nepal.
Before her acting career, she worked as a model and later made her mark in over 300 Nepali films as well as regional and Hindi cinema. His memorable performances included the role of Rhett Calla in the film Chino (1991), which remains important in Nepali film history.