Quick Info
| Profession | Business Man, Social Activist, Supreme Commander of the Royal Nepalese Army |
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| Nationality | Nepali |
| Date of Birth | 07/07/1947 |
| Age | 79 years |
| Birthplace | Kathmandu, Nepal |
Latest News about Gyanendra Shah
04/03/2026
Gyanendra Shah released a video message ahead of Nepal’s Democracy Day warning that elections alone cannot resolve the country’s political crisis. He argued that the nation was facing severe instability and urged a broader constitutional arrangement that would allow cooperation between the monarchy and political parties.
13/02/2026
Thousands of supporters gathered in Kathmandu to welcome Gyanendra Shah back to the capital, in a show of renewed monarchist momentum ahead of Nepal’s parliamentary election. Coverage of the event said the display highlighted ongoing public nostalgia for the monarchy and the former king’s continued role as a symbol for royalist groups.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev |
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| Reign Name | Shree Paanch Maharajadhiraj Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev |
| Nickname(s) | Bir Shah |
| Famous for | Last reigning king of Nepal |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Gray |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Joseph's School, Darjeeling |
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| College/University | Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation (1969) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Rajput |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Home Address | Narayanhity Royal Palace, Kathmandu, Nepal |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 01/05/1970 |
Family
| Father | King Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev (Deceased) |
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| Mother | Queen Indra Rajya Lakshmi Devi Shah (Deceased) |
| Siblings | Brother(s): King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev (Deceased), Sister: Princess Sharada Rajya Lakshmi Devi Shah (Deceased) |
| Spouse | Queen Komal Rajya Lakhsmi Devi |
| Children | Son: Prince Paras Bir Bikram Shah Dev, Daughter: Princess Prerana Rajya Lakshmi Devi Singh |
Career
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Social Media
| https://www.facebook.com/gyanendra.shah.142687 | |
| https://x.com/gbbshah |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born under circumstances that led to a prophecy suggesting he would bring bad luck if looked upon. | |
| 2. He became king at a very young age after significant political upheaval in 1950. | |
| 3. He was noted for his keen interest in wildlife conservation since childhood. | |
| 4. Despite his royal lineage, he has built various business ventures in Nepal and abroad. | |
| 5. He had a brief first reign as a child in 1950-1951 before being deposed when King Tribhuvan returned from exile. |