Yousuf Khan

Tara Devi: The Nightingale of Nepal Tara Devi Shrestha was born on January 15, 1946, in the vibrant neighborhood of Indra Chowk in Kathmandu, Nepal. She started her professional singing career at the tender age of seven, and her soulful voice quickly captured hearts. Tara Devi went on to record over 4,000 songs during her remarkable 40-year singing career. Versatility and Influence: Tara Devi’s music spanned various genres, from prayer songs to Nepali folk tunes. She was a versatile artist, and her compositions are regarded as classic gems in Nepal. Almost every singer in Nepal has been influenced by Tara Devi’s artistry in one way or another. Iconic Songs: Some of her famous numbers include: “Ukali Orali Haruma” “Phool ko Thunga” “Nirdosh Mero Pachhyaurima” “Ae Kancha” “Himal ko Kaakhama” Awards and Recognition: Tara Devi received several prestigious awards, including: Member of the Order of Gorkha Dakshina Bahu, First Class Mahendra-Ratna Award Indra Rajya Laxmi Award Jagadamba Shree Puraskar Chinnalata Award (“Maina”) Later Life and Legacy: Tara Devi faced personal tragedies, losing her 25-year-old son to blood cancer and her husband in an airplane crash.Her health deteriorated, and she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, which halted her singing career. On January 23, 2006, at the age of 60, Tara Devi left this world, but her music continues to resonate with love and patriotism. Tara Devi’s soulful melodies remain timeless, and her legacy lives on.

Sushila Kansakar is a revered Nepali singer whose graceful voice left a lasting mark on modern and Newari music. Born to Nil Ratna and Harsha Devi Kansakar, she gained early fame through Radio Nepal’s anniversary program in 2018 BS (1961 AD), where she won a gold medal presented by King Mahendra. With a voice both powerful and tender, she recorded memorable songs like “Malai Marnu Na Bachnu Banayo Piratile”. Although her recorded output was limited, her influence endures through timeless broadcasts and cultural tributes. Kansakar balanced her artistic passion with academic excellence, earning a Master’s in Economics and serving in the Nepal Government, where she rose to Vice Secretary. After marriage, she withdrew from music, yet her legacy continues to resonate with fans and younger generations who celebrate her unique contribution to Nepal’s golden musical era.

Dharmendra Sewan is a Nepali singer, songwriter, composer and performer. He released his debut single "Yo Andheri Raat" in 2002. He started his career a band called Damage Glitters. Later he had a solo career as a singer in venued in Lakeside, Pokhara. Sewan auditioned for season 1 of Nepali Tara by singing "Aba Chotharule Piroldaina Malai" from the movie 'Allare'. He ended up as a first runner-up in 2005 behind winner Deepak Limbu.

Shruti Rajya Laxmi Singh is a talented Nepali singer and performer. She began her musical journey in 2008 and has since made a significant impact in the Nepali music industry. Shruti is also a descendant of the late King Jay Prithvi Bahadur Singh, who was a journalist and the founder of Nepal's first daily newspaper, Gorkha Patra. Career Highlights Debut Album: Her debut album, "Shruti," was launched with a grand event. Popular Songs: Some of her notable songs include "Namsari," "Kahile Aauchau Timi Bhana," "Timigara Ya Nagara," "Pratikshya," and "Aakash Ko Chhano." Collaborations: Shruti has worked with renowned artists like Nabin K. Bhattarai, Sugam Pokhrel, and Rajesh Payal Rai.