Raj Ballav Koirala began his career as a RJ at Pokhara F.M 95.8, Pokhara, Nepal, before modeling, and acting. He first gained attention for his performance for the music video of the song, Bheteyara Chuttnu by Karna DasBhetera - Karna Das His major breakthrough was as the lead actor for the movie, Parkhi Basen which celebrated its 100th day of Release in cinema halls on August 8, 2008.Parkhi basen celebrates 100th day of Release With over 20 films to his credit and his applauded performances in movies like Apabad, Masaan and Pal,Nepali Films of 2010s he is already considered one of the important actor of the Nepali Films.
