Govinda Madhur Acharya

Nipesh Dhaka (born 6 October 1981, Pokhara) is a Nepali environmentalist, lyricist, and music composer recognized for his large‑scale environmental music projects and documentary work. He is the creator, lyricist, music composer, and director of the globally recognized environmental anthem “Melancholy,” recorded by 365 Nepali artists at Radio Nepal on 19 May 2016, a project that later achieved the Guinness World Record for “Most Vocal Solos in a Song Recording.”Dhaka holds an M.A./M.Sc. and pursued further studies in Landscape Management, Soil and Water Management at the Technical University of Munich. He has been active since 1999, working across music, environmental advocacy, cinematography, and social campaigns.As the director of SEEM Nepal, he has led multiple environmental awareness initiatives, including research‑based documentaries such as Himalaya Calls (2015), Melancholy (2017), and Rodhan (2017), which explore biodiversity loss, climate change, and sustainable development across Nepal’s ecological regions.His environmental anthem Melancholy was released on 2 September 2017 by President Bidya Devi Bhandari and certified by Guinness World Records on 1 February 2018. The project featured national icons including Madhav Prasad Ghimire, Udit Narayan Jha, Madan Krishna Shrestha, Hari Bansha Acharya, Prem Dhoj Pradhan, Sambhujeet Baskota, and Rajesh Payal Rai.Dhaka describes himself as an “Environmental Fighter”, working through music, research, and public campaigns to raise awareness on climate issues.

Rajina Rimal, born on 3rd Jestha, 2049 BS in Dillibazar, Kathmandu, is a well-known Nepali singer recognized for her melodious voice and early entry into the music industry. Raised in a musically inclined family, Rajina was inspired by her father Robin Rimal and uncle Rajan Rimal, both active in Nepal’s music scene. She began singing on stage at just six years old, winning several school competitions. A lively and cheerful child, she studied at Galaxy School and later Surayadaya Boarding School. One of her fondest memories includes a trip to Hetauda, and a humorous school incident where she accidentally hit a microphone with her nose, leading to a nosebleed—something she never forgot. Her professional music journey started at age 12 when musician Samrat Thapa offered her the song "Basanta Ko," recorded at Ciney Sounds Studio. Though intended as a test, the song became popular, prompting the release of her debut album "Pari" two years later. It featured a blend of eastern and western styles, including the hit song "Ma Ramro Bhanda" directed by Alok Nembang and composed by Raju Singh. Rajina also trained in classical music under Sangeeta Rana and became a playback singer for films such as "Saput" and "Mr. Mangalay." Her recent works include "Timi Bina Bachu Kasari" from November Rain, and "Paani Ko Foka" composed by Hari Lamsal. She released a curated album titled "Best of Rajina Rimal." In 2015, she married Binod Shrestha. With over 300 songs and contributions to 50+ films, Rajina Rimal remains a celebrated name in Nepali music.

Shiva Pariyar is a celebrated Nepali semi‑classical and pop vocalist known for his powerful range and soulful delivery. Active since 2003, he has released multiple acclaimed albums and delivered evergreen hits like Kaha Thiyeu Timi, Sangi, Pilayo Sathile, Dherai Choti Maren Ma Ta, and Alikati Nazar Timro. Trained in classical music, he is skilled in harmonium, tabla, and guitar. Shiva has appeared in dozens of music videos and is widely regarded as one of Nepal’s finest male vocalists. He received the National Music Award for Best Male Vocal Performance, honoring his lasting contribution to Nepali music.

Prem Dhoj Pradhan is a Nepalese musician, born in 1938 in Chautara, a small town 28 miles east of Kathmandu. He is a singer, composer, and a regional playback singer. He sings in the two major languages of Nepal, Nepal Bhasa and Nepali. He is also known as the Golden Voice and King of Romantic Melodies of Nepal. Prem Dhoj is known for being the first to perform with a guitar in Nepal. He was also the first Nepali singer to sing with Indian playback singer Usha Mangeshkar for the movie Maitighar in 1965. In 1985, he sang duet songs with Asha Bhosle for the movie Mayalu in Bombay, India. Prem Dhoj has varied his musical style throughout his career and recorded approximately 700 songs on Radio Nepal, including live broadcasting and recorded songs.