Khar Ra

Acting · b. 1993 · Mogok, Mandalay Division, Myanmar

Khar Ra (Burmese: ခါရာ, also spelled Kharra; born Myo Htut Naing on October 21, 1993, in Mogok, Myanmar) is a prominent Burmese actor, model, and singer of ethnic Shan-Chinese descent. Known for his imposing 6-foot stature and versatility, he quickly became a fixture in Burmese cinema, often taking on roles in the action, thriller, and drama genres.

Full biography

Khar Ra began his professional career in 2013 in the modeling industry, gaining significant exposure through pageantry. He won the title of Mr. Asia Myanmar 2014 and went on to compete internationally, placing as the 2nd runner-up at the Mr. Asia Contest that same year. His success as a model was recognized again in 2016 when he was honored with the Asia Model Star Award by the Korea Model Association. Concurrent with his modeling work, he also launched a music career, releasing his solo debut album, Ka Lane Ka Kyait (Deceit), in 2016.

Film and Television Breakthrough:

Khar Ra transitioned to acting with several feature films, including Bella and Me (2017) and The Accident (2017). His true breakthrough came in 2018 with the action-thriller Dimensions (မျက်နှာပြင်များ). In this film, he played the lead role of a young man struggling with amnesia and disturbing discoveries, a performance that earned him widespread recognition and established him as a major star.

Khar Ra's screen presence is characterized by his ability to convey intensity and depth, making him a popular choice for challenging action and psychological roles in contemporary Burmese cinema.