Gopal Shrestha
Birthday: Born in in Nepal
Deathday: Alive
Gopal Shrestha is a dedicated harm reduction activist and motivational speaker, tirelessly advocating for drug safety and awareness since 2005. Diagnosed with AIDS in 1994, he transformed his challenges into a powerful mission, focusing on empowering youth to understand safe drug use. In 2019, Gopal summited Everest as a bold statement against the stigma surrounding AIDS, showcasing resilience and determination. His journey inspires many, as he continues to educate and uplift communities in the fight for acceptance and understanding.
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Aftershock: Everest and the Nepal Earthquake
Character: Climber
After a terrible earthquake in Nepal, locals and tourists join forces to face destruction in this gripping docuseries....
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The Unstoppable Man
Character: Himself
Gopal becomes the world’s first HIV+ person to summit Mount Everest....