In 2008, Shrestha appeared alongside
Karma in the
romantic comedy Sano Sansar, where she played the character of Ritu. Shrestha was new to acting and was selected for the role despite her lack of experience. Shrestha then appeared as Sikha in the 2009 romantic comedy
Mero Euta Saathi Chha. In 2010, Shrestha debuted in her first theater performance,
Jalpari. Since then, Shrestha has appeared in a string of high-profile films, including the Nigam Shrestha-helmed
Chhadke alongside
Saugat Malla,
Dayahang Rai and
Robin Tamang;
Maun where she plays a mute woman. In 2015, Shrestha starred in the film
Soul Sister, playing two characters. The film also marked her debut as a singer for the song 'Bistarai Bistarai'. The following year, in 2016, Shrestha starred in the movie
Classic, again alongside
Aryan Sigdel. Her role in the film earned her a Dcine Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Female) and the
National Film Award for Best Actress. Shrestha then starred in the movie
Prasad to widespread critical acclaim. Shrestha once again won the Dcine Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Female) for her portrayal of Narayani in the film. In 2019, Shrestha starred in the action movie
Xira, where she did all of her own stunts and shaved off her hair. The film was not well-received with the
Kathmandu Post summing up "Xira the film won’t let you admire Xira the character" == Personal life ==