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Preeti Kaur is a celebrated Nepali-Punjabi pop and R&B singer born on April 26, 1981, in Kathmandu, Nepal, to Indian-origin Sikh parents. Known for her soulful voice and genre-blending style, she began her musical journey in the late 1990s and gained national recognition after winning the Shikhar Beat Contest as Best Vocalist in 2003. Her debut song Jhan Jhan Badhyo marked the beginning of a prolific career in both solo and collaborative projects. In 2012, she made her Bollywood debut with the song Promises from the film Unforgettable. She has since released several popular tracks, including Chimlera Aakha, Timrai Lagi, and Rahar. Beyond music, Preeti also participated in Startup Weekend Kathmandu (2014), where her team’s eco-innovation project won first prize. With a career spanning over two decades, she remains a dynamic voice in Nepal’s contemporary music scene.

Bishwo Dong is a celebrated Nepali and Tamang singer, composer, songwriter, and arranger known for his vibrant contributions to the Tamang Selo and Lok Pop genres. Born on January 23, 1984, in Kavrepalanchok, Nepal, he grew up in the culturally rich hills of Temal. His musical journey began after completing his SLC in 2055 BS, when he joined Sangeet Sadhana Music School and trained under Kailash Rai and later Aaga Lama. He often collaborates with artists like Sumina Lo, Sashikala Moktan, and Jamuna Yonjan, and his music blends traditional Tamang rhythms with modern arrangements. His studio, Dong Studio, is a hub for his creative productions.

Sunil Bardewa was a gifted Nepali pop singer, songwriter, arranger, and guitarist. Born in Kathmandu, Nepal, in 1972, he gained recognition for his exceptional guitar skills and heartfelt melodies. Bardewa was part of the band "The Matrix," which won the Sajan Smriti Pop Song Contest in 1995. His popular songs, such as "Goreto Ani Ustai Cha Galli" and "Bihani Ma," remain cherished by fans of Nepali music. Tragically, Bardewa passed away at the age of 44 on September 13, 2016. His contributions to Nepali pop music continue to inspire and resonate with listeners.

Pranil L. Timalsena is a Nepali singer, rapper, and songwriter best known as one half of the pioneering hip‑hop duo Girish–Pranil (GP), whose work in the 1990s laid the foundation of NepHop, Nepal’s earliest hip‑hop movement. He began his musical journey with Girish Khatiwada, releasing Ma Yesto Chhu with rapper DA69, a track widely recognized as the first major breakthrough of rap music in Nepal .As part of Girish–Pranil, he contributed to several influential early rap songs including Timi Jaha Pani Jaanchhau, Malai Bhot Deu, Hami Dherai Sana Chhu, Meaningless Rap, Diyeko Maya Samhali, Dream, Gaarho Bho, Zoom Zoom Boom Boom, Seto Ghoda, and Yesari . His collaborative hit Aankha Bhari with DA69 further strengthened his presence in the emerging hip‑hop scene .Pranil later expanded into melodic and modern Nepali music, working with major artists including Nabin K. Bhattarai, most notably featuring in the popular composition Yehi Ho Ta Maya from the album May 18 . His solo works include emotional and modern tracks such as Ajiyo Mutu Bhanchhu, Aashu Yo Jharcha, Eklo Yatra, Sabai Naacha, and Chan Maya Yo Timilai .Recognized as one of the earliest voices to bring rap, rhythm, and modern lyrical expression into Nepali mainstream music, Pranil remains an influential figure whose contributions helped shape the identity of Nepali hip‑hop and early fusion‑rap culture.