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Indra Thapaliya is a Nepali lyricist known for his contribution to Nepali film and modern songs. He wrote lyrics for several songs during the earlier decades of Nepali cinema, helping shape the poetic style of film music at the time.Thapaliya’s lyrics often reflected emotion, romance, and social themes, blending literary expression with the musical traditions of Nepali songs. Through his work, he collaborated with composers and singers in the Nepali film industry and contributed to the development of Nepali film music.He is also recognized for writing songs for classic Nepali films such as Paral Ko Aago, where his lyrical work supported the film’s emotional and social storytelling.Although not widely documented compared to some other lyricists, Indra Thapaliya remains part of the generation of writers who helped build the foundation of Nepali cinematic songwriting.

Munna Gurung is a Nepali modern‑song artist whose work appears across Nepal’s digital music platforms, particularly in the soft‑melodic and sentimental genre. His track “Anjanai Ma” under the modern‑song category confirms his recognition as a registered Nepali music artist. Similarly, his digital release “Layeko Maya” showcases his soft, expressive vocal style rooted in contemporary Nepali melody. He is also active in live music, where he continues to captivate audiences with his heartfelt voice and engaging stage presence, contributing steadily to the growth of Nepali music.

Paras Gazmer was a respected Nepali musician, composer, lyricist, and singer from Darjeeling, celebrated for his emotionally powerful songwriting and his unique ability to translate personal struggle into deeply moving music. Despite losing his eyesight at the age of one and a half due to measles, he rose to become one of the most influential musical voices of the Darjeeling hills.Born in Tindharey, Kurseong in 1962, Paras studied at the Kalimpong Blind School, where he learned guitar and developed his musical foundation. Entirely self‑taught, he composed, wrote, and arranged his own songs, drawing inspiration from lived experience, inner emotion, and the philosophy that “our sweetest songs are those that tell of saddest thought.”He gained widespread recognition with his acclaimed albums Sanjha Ko Gham (1993) and Mero Bhagya (1999), both of which left a lasting mark on Nepali music. His compositions often explored themes of longing, hardship, and the inner world of the differently‑abled, resonating deeply with audiences across Nepal, Darjeeling, Sikkim, and the Nepali diaspora.Paras Gazmer performed extensively across the hills and neighboring regions and was honored by various cultural organizations for his contributions. His legacy continues to be remembered as that of a musical icon who transformed adversity into art.