Thakuri acted in more than 100 films, including Kanchhi, Bishwas, Maya Preeti, Pheri Bhetaula, Angarakshyak and Parkhi Base.

[6] He starred in Kanchhi, Biswas, Maya Priti, Feri Bhetaula, Angarakshyak, and Parkhi Base.

[3][7] He made his Bollywood debut with Panchavati released in 1986; he also appeared in the Pakistani film Phani.

[2] Artha Sansar wrote that he made a big contribution to Nepali cinema.

He had additional health problems including high blood pressure and diabetes.