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Sonam
Sonam is a given name. It is a Tibetan name meaning "merit" (). Separately, it is also a name in various Indo-Aryan languages (Devanagari script: ). People with this name include: Buddhism * Sönam Choklang, 2nd Panchen Lama (1438–1505) * Sonam Gyatso, 3rd Dalai Lama (1543–1588), first officially recognized Dalai Lama * Sonam Lhundrup (1456–1531), great abbot of Mustang * Sonam Rapten (1595–1658), senior official of the Gelugpa School * Sonam Rinchen (1933–2013), Buddhist Geshe from Kham * Jinpa Sonam (born 1955), Indian Buddhist teacher from Ladakh, director of the Indiana Buddhist center Entertainers * Sonam (actress) (born Bakhtavar Khan, 1972), Indian actress * Sonam Bajwa (born 1989), Indian actress of Punjabi descent * Sonam Bisht (), Indian actress from Uttarakhand * Sonam Kapoor (born 1985), Indian film actress and fashion icon * Sonam Kinga (), Bhutanese actor * Sonam Lamba (born 1995), Indian actress from Chandigarh * Sonam Lhamo (born 1988), Bhutanese actress ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Rapten
Sönam Rapten (''bsod nams rab brtan''; 1595–1658), initially known as Gyalé Chödze and later on as Sönam Chöpel, was born in the Tholung valley in the Central Tibetan province of Ü. He started off as a monk-administrator (''las sne, lené'') of the Ganden Phodrang, the early Dalai Lamas' residence at Drepung Monastery, outside Lhasa, Tibet. From around or before the age of 20 he became the Treasurer and the "''Chagdzo''" (''phyag mdzod'' - the personal manager and principal attendant) of the Fourth (1589-1617) and, subsequently, the Fifth Dalai Lama (1617-1682). He presided as the most senior official of the Gelugpa school of Tibetan Buddhism for over 40 years (circa 1615–1658). The Gelugpa school was twice threatened with extinction in the first half of his tenure, in 1618 and again in 1634. Despite this, under Sonam Rapten's leadership, and thanks to both Mongol military assistance and the pre-eminence of his Ruler the Fifth Dalai Lama as a spiritual leader, the Gelu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Kapoor
Sonam Kapoor Ahuja (; born 9 June 1985) is an Indian actress who works in Hindi films. She has won a National Film Award and a Filmfare Award, and from 2012 to 2016, she appeared in ''Forbes India'' Celebrity 100 list based on her income and popularity. Kapoor, the daughter of actor Anil Kapoor, began her career as an assistant director on filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 2005 film ''Black''. She made her acting debut in Bhansali's romantic drama ''Saawariya'' (2007), a box office flop, and had her first commercial success with the romantic comedy '' I Hate Luv Storys'' (2010). This was followed by a series of commercial failures and repetitive roles, which garnered her negative reviews. The 2013 box office hit ''Raanjhanaa'' marked a turning point in Kapoor's career, garnering her praise and Best Actress nominations at several award ceremonies. Kapoor had her biggest commercial successes with supporting roles in the biopics '' Bhaag Milkha Bhaag'' (2013) and ''Sanju'' (2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Tshong
Sonam is a given name. It is a Tibetan name meaning " merit" (). Separately, it is also a name in various Indo-Aryan languages (Devanagari script: ). People with this name include: Buddhism * Sönam Choklang, 2nd Panchen Lama (1438–1505) * Sonam Gyatso, 3rd Dalai Lama (1543–1588), first officially recognized Dalai Lama * Sonam Lhundrup (1456–1531), great abbot of Mustang * Sonam Rapten (1595–1658), senior official of the Gelugpa School * Sonam Rinchen (1933–2013), Buddhist Geshe from Kham * Jinpa Sonam (born 1955), Indian Buddhist teacher from Ladakh, director of the Indiana Buddhist center Entertainers * Sonam (actress) (born Bakhtavar Khan, 1972), Indian actress * Sonam Bajwa (born 1989), Indian actress of Punjabi descent * Sonam Bisht (), Indian actress from Uttarakhand * Sonam Kapoor (born 1985), Indian film actress and fashion icon * Sonam Kinga (), Bhutanese actor * Sonam Lamba (born 1995), Indian actress from Chandigarh * Sonam Lhamo (born 1988), Bhutane ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Bajwa
Sonampreet Bajwa (born 16 August 1989) is an Indian model and actress who predominantly appears in Punjabi language films. In addition to few Tamil and Telugu films. She participated in the Femina Miss India contest in 2012. Sonam Bajwa started her acting career in 2013 with the Punjabi film '' Best Of Luck''. She played the leading female role in the 2014 film '' Punjab 1984''. She won the PTC Punjabi Film Awards for Best Actress in 2020 for '' Ardab Mutiyaran''. Early life and career Bajwa was born on 16 August 1989 in Nainital and is a Punjabi. She studied at Delhi University. She moved to Mumbai in 2012, she participated in the Femina Miss India contest. She became an air hostess and pursued a career in acting. She debuted with the Punjabi film '' Best Of Luck'' (2013) and played the female lead in period drama '' Punjab 1984'' (2014). She has also appeared in Tamil romantic comedy ''Kappal'' in 2014. She was nominated for the PTC Punjabi Film Awards for Best Actress ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Gyatso, 3rd Dalai Lama
Sonam Gyatso (; 1543–1588) was the first to be named Dalai Lama, although the title was retrospectively given to his two predecessors. He was born near Lhasa in 1543 and was recognised as the reincarnation of Gendun Gyatso and subsequently enthroned at Drepung Monastery by Panchen Sonam Dragpa, who became his tutor. Panchen Sonam Dragpa was the 15th Ganden Tripa and his texts still serve as the core curriculum for many Gelugpa monasteries. The third Dalai Lama studied at Drepung Monastery and became its abbot. His reputation spread quickly and the monks at Sera Monastery also recognised him as their abbot.Laird, Thomas (2006). ''The Story of Tibet: Conversations with the Dalai Lama'', p. 139. Grove Press, N.Y. According to Sumpa Khenpo, the great Gelug scholar, he also studied some Nyingmapa tantric doctrines. When one of Tibet's kings, who had been supported by the Kagyupa, died in 1564, Sonam Gyatso presided over his funeral. His political power, and that of the Gelugpas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam (actress)
Sonam Khan (born Bakhtavar Khan 2 September 1972) is an Indian actress and former model known for her works in Bollywood, and Telugu cinema. She is the niece of actor Raza Murad and granddaughter of veteran actor Murad. She was paired with actors such as Chunky Pandey, Govinda, Chiranjeevi, and Naseeruddin Shah. Some of her notable films include '' Mitti Aur Sona'', ''Aakhri Ghulam'', '' Lashkar'', '' Kroadh'', ''Kodama Simham'', '' Ajooba'' and ''Vishwatma''. She appeared in over 30 films during 1988 through to 1994. Career Sonam was named by her parents (Mushir Khan - father and Talat Khan- Mother) as "Bakhtavar". "Sonam" is her screen-name, which is reportedly coined by Yash Chopra to be more marketable in the Indian film industry. She first entered into the Bollywood industry after being launched by Yash Chopra in the 1988 film '' Vijay''. She shot to fame with the 1989 film ''Tridev'' where the popular song ''Oye Oye...Tirchi Topi Wale'' was picturised on her and establis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Tshering Lepcha
Sonam Tshering Lepcha (3 January 1928 – 30 July 2020) was an Indian folk musician, composer and lyricist. He was the first among Lepcha people to air his voice on All India Radio and was credited with the revival of Lepcha culture, one of the indigenous cultures of the Indian state of Sikkim. He was reported to be credited with over 400 folk songs, 102 folk dances and 10 dance dramas. He died on 30 July, 2020 due to cardiac arrest. Early life Sonam Tshering was born on 3 January 1928 in Bong Busty, Kalimpong, West Bengal, and started his career as a soldier. Career Lepcha travelled in Sikkim, collecting traditional musical instruments and compiling songs and became the first Lepcha to feature on All India Radio in 1960. He is the founder of a museum in Kalimpong which houses several ancient and rare artifacts including indigenous musical instruments, ancient weapons and manuscripts. He received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award of the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 1995. The G ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Wangchuk
Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, MVC is an Indian Army veteran, who served with the Assam Regiment and the Ladakh Scouts. He was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy, during his successful operation in the Kargil War. Early life and education Born in 1964 in Sankar, Col. Wangchuk is a native of Khakshal, a region near Leh town of the Indian union territory of Ladakh. His mother is the sister of Mr Thupstan Chhewang and niece of Kushok Bakula Rinpochhey. He moved to Solan, Himachal Pradesh in the year 1969 at the age of about five years. There he studied at St. Luke's till fourth standard. Later in 1973, his family moved to Dharamshala where he studied at Sacred Heart High School. Here he had close interactions with the Dalai Lama as his father was serving as the security officer of the 14th Dalai Lama. In 1975, his father was transferred to Delhi. In Delhi he was educated at The Modern School Barakhamba Road, and took a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Lamba
Sonam Lamba (born 26 February 1996) is an Indian television actress known for her character of Vidya Shravan Suryavanshi in ''Saath Nibhaana Saathiya'' on Star Plus. Life and career Birth and early work Lamba was born in Chandigarh and initially appeared as Ritu Pandey, younger sister of the titular female protagonist on ''Desh Ki Beti Nandini'' (2013–14). She also made appearances in the shows ‘Balika Vadhu’ and ‘Diya Aur Bati Hum’. ''Balika Vadhu'' and ''Diya Aur Baati Hum''. Breakthrough (2015–2018) In 2015, Lamba rose to limelight with her portrayal of Vidya Ahem Modi in the popular daily soap ''Saath Nibhaana Saathiya'' and continued until its culmination in 2017. In April 2018, Lamba was locked for an important role in ''Rishta Likhenge Hum Naya''. However she eventually opted out of the show owing to various changes in story track. In 2021, she made her comeback with Anjan TV's Ek Duje Ki Parchai, in which she is portraying the female lead role of Sandh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Soname Yangchen
Soname Yangchen (born 1973) is a British singer and a songwriter. Biography Soname Yangchen was born in the Yarlung Valley at the time of the Cultural Revolution in Tibet, into a noble family which was poorly regarded by the Chinese government. As a child, she was passionate for singing, and was sent to live for 7 years with her aunt in Lhasa. At the age of 16, she left Lhasa and crossed the Himalayas by foot to reach India. Her singing talents were "discovered" during a spontaneous performance at a friend's wedding, and she started singing professionally in England, becoming known worldwide, touring Europe, appearing at festivals in Australia and other places. She began by interpreting the traditional songs of her grandmother, and then songs of her composition. As of 2014, she has published two books. In 2003, she gave a gala at the Royal Opera in London London is the capital and List of urban areas in the United Kingdom, largest city of England and the United Kingdom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jalley Sonam
Jally Sonam is an Indian trade unionist and politician. As of 2014 he is the president of the All Arunachal Pradesh Workers Union. As of 2012 he served as working president of the Arunachal Pradesh branch of the Indian National Trade Union Congress and joint convenor of the North-East states for INTUC. Sonam served as chairman of the Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB).''The Sentinel''. Jalley Sonam joins PPA' He was removed from this post by the Arunachal Pradesh state government on 27 January 2014, midst protests from AAPWU and INTUC.''Arunachal Times''. AAPWU, INTUC oppose replacement of Jalley as APB&OCWWB chairman'' Two days later Sonam joined the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA). PPA fielded Sonam as its candidate for the Arunachal West seat in the 2014 Indian general election General elections were held in India in nine phases from 7 April to 12 May 2014 to elect the members of the 16th Lok Sabha. With 834 million registe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonam Tobgye
''Lyonpo'' Sonam Tobgye (born 15 November 1949) is an eminent jurist from Bhutan. He served as Chief Justice of the High Court of Bhutan from 1991 through 2009 and as Chief Justice of the newly created Supreme Court of Bhutan from 2010 through 2014. He also served as president of SAARCLAW, the South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation in Law, from 2011 through 2014. His public service spanned 43 years, beginning as master of household to King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck and ending in constitutionally-mandated retirement at the age of 65. During the gap between the administrations of Prime Ministers Jigme Thinley and Tshering Tobgay, he served as Bhutan's head of government as Chief Advisor to the interim government from 28 April to 27 July 2013. Honours * : ** The Royal Red Scarf (1974). ** The Royal Orange Scarf (1991). ** Member of the Order of Great Victory of the Thunder Dragon (17 December 2008). * : ** Medal of Honor for Judicial Services. Social service Lyn ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
