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Santosh Shrestha (born February 3, 1981, Ghorahi, Dang) is a celebrated Nepali music director, composer, singer, and songwriter, widely recognized for his extraordinary linguistic versatility and prolific contribution to Nepali music. He is a Guinness World Record holder, honored for composing music in 12 world languages and later breaking his own record by writing music in 50 languages.Shrestha has composed over 700 film tunes and hundreds of folk songs, making him one of Nepal’s most recorded music directors. His works have been recorded in 14 languages, including Nepali, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, English, Russian, Korean, French, Spanish, Italian, German, and Thai.His popular songs include “Timile Parai Thane Pachhi,” “Aauchhi Bhani Nisthuri Le,” “Timile Bhulna Sake Pani,” and “Timro Dilma Chot Lagda.”Shrestha has released numerous albums such as Chinaari (2062 BS), Sadhana (2066 BS), Sangam (2067 BS), Garima (2067 BS), Jhalak (2067 BS), Miteri (2068 BS), Gunjan (2070 BS), and Surakshya (2078 BS).

Om Bahadur Sunar, popularly known as Om Sunar, is a distinguished Nepali playback singer, composer, and music producer renowned for his contributions to Nepali folk and classical music. Born on March 16, 1987, in Surkhet, Nepal, he has been a prominent figure in the Nepali music industry since 2009. Early Life and Education Om Sunar hails from a middle-class family in Surkhet, Nepal. He pursued his passion for music academically, completing a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Tribhuvan University. He is currently advancing his studies with a master's degree in music at the same institution. Musical Career Om Sunar's musical journey commenced with his debut song "Maga Maga Timi K Magchhau Dinchhu Timi Lai Je Magchhau," featured in his first album "Sugandha." Over the years, he has recorded more than 250 songs in both Nepali and Hindi languages. His notable tracks include "Sapne Jo Maine," "Supari Kancho," "Aamaile Bhanthe," "Chandrama Jhai Ramri," "Bariko Patama," "Lahure Sipahi Dai," "Darling," "Adhuro Chhu Ma Timi Bina," and "Buddha Born In Nepal. "Beyond singing, Om Sunar has showcased his versatility by composing and arranging music for over three dozen Nepali films and albums. His expertise spans various genres, with a particular emphasis on folk and classical music. Awards and Honors Om Sunar's exceptional talent has been recognized with numerous awards, including: Best Singer Male at the 3rd Pim Nepal Film Festival (2020) for "Darling" Best Singer of the Year Male (Folk Pop) at the 4th Sagarmatha Music Award (2022) for "Lahure Sipahi Dai" Best Folk Pop Singer (Jury) at the Natyashwor Music Award (2023) for "Columbus Ki Kanchhi" Best Playback Singer at the 4th Nepal Music & Fashion Award (2023) for "Adhuro Chhu Ma Timi Bina" Best Duet Singer at the National Box Office Teej Music Award (2022) for "Bariko Patama" Best Pop Singer at the 3rd Himalayan International Award (2023) for "Yo Man" In addition to these accolades, he has received several honors, such as the National Singer Honor (2020, 2024), Artist & Creator Honor (2022), National Bilakshan Talent Honor (2023), National Film Culture Ratna Honor (2023), National Personality & Talent Honor (2023), Youth Singer Honor (2023), and Spiny Babbler Musicworker Honor (2023). Leadership and Contributions Om Sunar is actively involved in the development of the Nepali music industry. He serves as the President of the Music Research and Development Forum Nepal (MRDF Nepal) and holds honorary memberships in the Film Artists’ worker's Organization Nepal (FAWON) and the Music Video Directors’ Guild Nepal. His commitment to nurturing talent is evident through his role as a judge in various national and international music competitions.

Santosh Bhakta Shrestha is a renowned Nepali esraj player, freelance musician, and respected music teacher celebrated for his mastery of this rare bowed string instrument. With decades of dedication to classical and devotional music, he has become a leading figure in preserving and promoting the esraj tradition in Nepal. His performances—such as the soulful rendition of “Jaha Chhan Buddhaka Aankha”—are marked by emotional depth and technical brilliance. Santosh Bhakta has collaborated with prominent artists and institutions, including SAC Music International and Dhrupad Gurukul Kathmandu, where he has performed ragas like JogKauns in intimate classical gatherings. His style is known for its fluid bowing, vocal-like phrasing, and meditative resonance, making him a sought-after performer and mentor. As a freelance teacher, he continues to inspire the next generation of musicians, ensuring that the esraj remains a living, breathing part of Nepal’s musical heritage.

Sameera Thapaliya: A Musical Journey Sameera Thapaliya is a versatile Nepali singer known for her powerful vocals and emotive performances. She gained prominence through her participation in two popular Nepali reality shows: “Nepal Idol” and “The Voice of Nepal.” Her journey from reality show stages to creating soul-stirring music has captured the hearts of audiences. Notable Songs: “Duri”: Sameera’s song “Duri” is a beautiful composition that showcases her vocal range and heartfelt delivery. The lyrics, composed by Dipesh Lama, resonate with listeners, making it a memorable track. “Bhutukkai Hunchhu Ma”: In collaboration with Bal Bahadur Rajbanshi, Sameera lent her voice to this soulful Nepali song. The emotional depth of the lyrics and melody makes it a popular choice. Sameera’s rendition of this song, composed by Sandesh Ruchal, showcases her versatility. The fusion of traditional and contemporary elements in this track is delightful.“Baluwa Ra Chhal”: Remember, Sameera Thapaliya’s musical journey continues to evolve, and her passion for music shines through in every note she sings. 🎶