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Dharma Raj Thapa, honored with the title Jana Kabi Keshari, was a legendary Nepali folk singer and poet. Born in 1924 in Pokhara, Nepal, he became one of the most influential figures in Nepali folk music. His songs, such as Hariyo Danda Maathi and Nepali Le Maya Maaryo Barilai, captured the essence of Nepal’s landscapes and traditions. Thapa was not only a singer but also a poet and cultural historian. He collected and preserved folk songs, ensuring that Nepal’s musical heritage remained alive. His contributions earned him numerous awards, including the Madan Puraskar and Indrarajyalaxmi Puraskar. Some of his most popular songs include: Hariyo Danda Mathi – A classic folk song celebrating Nepal’s natural beauty. Nepali Le Maya Maaryo Barilai – A heartfelt song reflecting Nepali culture and emotions. Saili Rimai Chauri Gai – A traditional melody with deep cultural significance. Aaja Madal Bajeko Kina – A lively folk tune. Dhuru Dhuru Narou Aama – A song filled with emotion and nostalgia. Aai Pugyo Railaima – A well-loved song in Nepali folk music.

Sangita Pradhan Rana was born on 15th July 1962 in Biratnagar, Nepal. However, she spent most of her childhood in India after her family moved there when she was just 2 years old. She was born as the youngest daughter to L.M. Pradhan and Shanti Devi Pradhan, and she has three brothers and two sisters. Growing up, Sangita was a shy, disciplined, and polite child with minimal interest in mischief. Sangita completed her early schooling at St. Joseph School in Darjeeling before moving to Calcutta (now Kolkata) to pursue her higher education at Vishwabharati University, where she earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. 🎶 Musical Journey and Passion for Classical Music From an early age, Sangita's mother, who had a deep passion for music, encouraged her to join music classes at the age of six. This early exposure laid the foundation for her lifelong interest in music. Her journey into the musical world was further strengthened during her time at Vishwabharati University. The university provided a nurturing environment where many famous Indian singers, including Jagjit Singh and Ghulam Ali, visited to give lectures and perform, which deeply inspired Sangita. It was during this period that her love for classical music blossomed. Sangita often bunked the hostel to attend classical music programs with her friends, further fueling her interest in the art form. The musical environment in her university was instrumental in her decision to take music more seriously. She even chose classical music as her primary subject in college.

Subani Moktan is a singer/songwriter and also a music arranger. Besides her own independent music, she also works as a playback singer for movies. A teacher at Kathmandu Jazz "Conservatory, Subani Moktan plays the guitar and piano and collaborates with several bands. Subani started doing music early since she started learning the piano when she was 6 and winning her first award by securing the first position in the All Nepal Singing Competition organized by Bal Mandir when she was 7. She recorded her first song at Radio Nepal as an award for winning the competition. At 14, she took up the guitar and started collaborating with artists such as Nirnaya da NSK and Khem Gurung. At 16, she won the Hits FM Music Award for Best New Artist. After the release of her 2nd album, Subani was awarded the HITS FM Music Award for "Best Pop Vocal performance Female". Several collaborations and recordings later, at 2010 she was nominated at the HITS FM Music Awards for "Best Rock Artist" and "Best Rock Composition". Subani continues to write and record her own songs along with collaborations with other artists.

Karan Pariyar is a talented Nepali singer who gained fame as the winner of Nepal Idol Season 5. His exceptional vocal skills led him to victory in the singing competition. As the champion, he received a cash prize of Rs 2,500,000. He came from a very ordinary family in Bardia, Nepal and came to Kathmandu to study music. After becoming the winner of Nepal Idol, the demand for song recording with Karan has also increased.