Anita Chalaune

Yama Buddha, whose real name was Anil Adhikari, was a renowned Nepalese rapper and songwriter. He was born on May 30, 1987, in Dhankuta, Nepal, and tragically passed away on January 14, 2017, in London, UK. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Nepalese hip-hop, often referred to as the "King of Nephop". Yama Buddha's music often addressed social issues, poverty, and personal struggles, resonating deeply with his audience. Some of his popular songs include "Saathi," "Aama," "Yo Prasanga," and "Antya Ko Suruwat". He also created and hosted the rap battle show "Raw Barz," which played a significant role in promoting hip-hop culture in Nepal.

Sanjeep Pradhan recorded his first song in 1992 with “Mero Preet Mero Priya”. Though his first album came out only in 1995, his “Nasha Bhitra Nasha” had already hit the mass and was popular among Nepalese throughout the world. His first hit was reggae based and if he was to go by the trend of other Nepalese musician, he would have brought out more numbers in the same line. However, his next productions were more folk based. His voice has a unique lilt to it that suits folk songs. And capturing this quality, he brought out folk-pop mix songs like “Siri Ma Siri”, “Deuraliko Chautarima”,”Sanai chhanda” and “Udi Jane” in his next album. This way, he revived the vanishing popularity of folk songs among the Nepalese audience. With “Siri Ma Siri” even the hip-hop generation of youths started humming in the folk tunes, making it as popular as the new trend of pop songs. Sanjeep is not only well versant in Nepalese songs, he sings equally well in Newari. His “Mohani Wola Swanti Wola” and “Punhi ya jaa:” are popular equally among the Newar speaking society and those who do not understand Newari. Maybe it is his voice that has captured the hearts of the music lovers who are ever in search of a different quality in music or maybe it is his lyrics and music itself that has moved the mass. Whatever it may be, Sanjeep can do it all. Most of his songs are written and composed by himself. And maybe that is why he has been able to give full justice to the creation. He has already lent his voice to 300 songs, which has been recorded in five Nepali albums and four Newari albums. He has already performed in 600 stage shows including all major cities of Nepal, Darjeeling and Sikkim. He has also performed in Japan,Malaysia,Qatar,USA & Hong Kong in 1996, 1997, 1998 and 2000. And every show has increased his popularity in every place he has performed, drawing more crowd every time.

Master Ratna Das Prakash was a pioneering figure in Nepali music, especially known for shaping the genre of aadhunik geet (modern songs) during the mid-20th century. Key Details: Date of Birth: Unfortunately, his exact birth date is not publicly documented. Active Years: He was actively recording and performing from the 1950s through the 1970s, particularly through Radio Nepal and the Ratna Recording Trust, which began producing phonograph records in 1961. Contributions: He helped blend Indian light classical music, Nepali folk melodies, and Western harmonies, creating a sentimental and distinctly Nepali sound. His recordings were among the earliest to be distributed widely in Nepal, making him a household name in urban music circles.

Prabesh Man Shakya (प्रवेश मान शाक्य) is a talented Nepali singer, composer, and music arranger known for his soulful voice and dedication to preserving and reinterpreting traditional melodies. He is the son of the legendary singer Panna Kaji Shakya, and has continued his father’s musical legacy by reviving classic songs with modern arrangements. Some of his notable works include: “Tiriri Murali Bajyo Banaima” – a reimagined version of his father’s iconic song “Ke Bho Ke Bho” – a contemporary original from his album Prashansa “Rajmati” – a heartfelt Newa song that showcases his cultural roots In 2025, he released Super Selection of Prabesh Man Shakya, Vol. 1, a remastered collection featuring collaborations with artists like Sukmit Gurung, Manila Sotang, Lasmit Rai, and Pabitra Subba.