Anjan Das

Raman Ghimire is a renowned Nepali lyricist, poet, and literary figure. He has made significant contributions to Nepali literature. Some of his major works include songs such as "Aadhi Bato Hinde Pachhi Timisanga Bhet Bhayo", "Euta Bato Sadhai Bhetghat Bhairahta", and "Kahile Timro Pachauri Ma Aljhe" . He has established his place in Nepali literature, and his creations have influenced many readers.

Yogesh Vaidya was a Nepalese singer and musician, often referred to as the Muhammad Rafi of Nepal. He was born in Kathmandu between 1946 and 1947 and passed away on January 18, 2024, at the age of 77. Vaidya was known for his contributions to Nepali and Newari-language music, with popular songs like "Sapana Bhulayee Saara," "Mero Aanshumaa Nahanse," and "Nepal Mero Timilai Upahar Bhayo". He also sang well-known Newari songs such as "Jai Namo Siri Buddha Bhagwan" and "Jimi Yahmah Thaun Jithay Wai". Beyond music, he worked in civil service for 33 years, retiring as a joint secretary in 2005. He held a master’s degree in food and nutrition from Ghent University, Belgium. Vaidya received several prestigious awards, including the Chhinnalata Song Award, the Mahila Geetkar Sangh Lifetime Achievement Award (2016), and the Bindabasini Lifetime Achievement Award (2021)

Deeya Maskey started the journey of an artist as a dancer. The actor, dancer and currently one of the judges of the popular reality show Himalaya Roadies in her words "practices" all forms of art. From street theatres to mainstream movies, Deeya Maskey has the appearance of a tough perfectionist that subtly hides her humble demeanor. Being involved in the entertainment industry [professionally] for more than a decade with a debut in the film "Kagbeni", Deeya expresses her passion for what she does and says she wants to be a performer as long as she lives.

(King of Nepali Pop • Singer‑Songwriter • Cultural Icon) Cool Pokharel (Kul Prasad Pokhrel) (September 21, 1981 – October 4, 2004) was one of the most influential figures in modern Nepali pop music. Widely known as the “King of Nepali Pop”, he helped define the early‑2000s soundscape with his emotional voice, youthful themes, and genre‑blending pop/folk compositions. Born in Sunwal City, Nawalparasi, he began singing at age 11 and quickly emerged as a generational voice whose songs still dominate Nepali playlists, radio rotations, and digital platforms. His breakout hit “Sun Meri Mayalu” became a nationwide sensation, launching him into mainstream stardom and leading to collaborations with the hip‑hop group The Unity, which expanded his musical reach. Despite his short life, Cool Pokharel’s influence remains unmatched in Nepali pop culture.