Mohamad Najir Husen(Nepali: नाजिर हुसेन), popularly known as Najir Husen, is a Nepalese film actor, known for his work in the Nepalese entertainment industry.[1][2][3][4] One of the most critically acclaimed actors in Nepal, Husen began his career in acting at the Mandala Theater, Nepal. He received fame for his role in Hostel Returns[5] as Rameshwor Yadav and Bikram in Bir Bikram 2. [6][7] Husen has also starred in many music videos as well.
Husen initially came to Kathmandu to pursue his studies and improve his dancing skills. He joined a contemporary ballet class in Kathmandu. His teacher found him expressive and suggested him to join an acting class. Najir then joined as a trainee in Mandala Theater Nepal in Kathmandu.[9][10] His first theatre drama was Charandas Chor, where he had a small role; he received a lead role in the drama "Buddha Baani".[11]
Husen got his film break as "Helmet Guy" in Priyanka Karki and Samyam Puri starred Punte Parade. The film was not commercially successful and thus Najir did not get much recognition.[citation needed]
Hostel returns and success
Husen played the role of Rameshwor Yadav in Hostel Returns. His role and acting was publicly acclaimed, and he became popular overnight. He then acted in successful movies like Junge, Bir Bikram and its sequel Bir Bikram 2[12] and critically acclaimed drama Gaatho.[13][14]