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Dij Raj Poudel is a Nepali singer, composer, and lyricist known for his soulful voice and contributions to modern Nepali music since the early 2000s. Born in Sindhuli, he studied music under Dhan Bahadur Gopali and N.B. Chamling. His discography includes solo albums like Sambodhan, Sunaiko Durbar, Ghaderi, and Goreto, and he has contributed to numerous collection albums. Dij Raj’s popular songs include Timi Aaune Batoma, Sunaiko Durbar, Timi Kadarma, Nisthurile, Mauka Pare Pachi, Sunko Paincho, and Mutu Ma Bas Magi. He has performed internationally in India, Thailand, Malaysia, Qatar, Singapore, and China, promoting Nepali music across borders.

Prabhu Raj Dhakal is a renowned Nepali classical vocalist, composer, and music educator, currently serving as a vocal teacher at the Music Department of Kathmandu University and Nepal Music School. Born on 29th Shrawan 2025 B.S., he is the son of the legendary Sangeet Pravin Pragya Pandit Nara Raj Dhakal and Jyoti Dhakal. Growing up in Dhobichaur, Chhetrapati, he was surrounded by music from an early age, with many prominent radio singers frequenting his home to learn from his father. Inspired by this rich musical environment, Dhakal developed a deep-rooted passion for classical music. Though initially advised by his father not to pursue music professionally, his dedication and progress eventually earned his father’s support. He began teaching classical vocals over two decades ago, first as a substitute for his father and then full-time as student numbers grew. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the classical music scene in Nepal. His notable albums include ‘Moment’, a collaboration with fellow musicians, and ‘Sohani’, featuring his compositions performed by his students. He is also a founding member of the classical ensemble Dafa, alongside Suresh Bajracharya and Rabin Shrestha. The group not only performs but also organizes annual events to honor veteran artists who have contributed to Nepali music.

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.

Satya Raj Acharya was born on Jan 12, 1978 to father Bhakta Raj Acharya (Nepal’s legendary singer and music composer & Bhajan Shiromani) and mother Sushila Acharya with one sibling brother Swaroop Raj Acharya at Thasikhel, Lalitpur 14. He is a prominent and prolific singer, versatile composer, song writer, ghazal writer, actor and film producer of Nepal. Satya Raj Acharya was brought up in a musical atmosphere. He was chanted and fascinated by music and used to listen to his father’s songs all day. Apart from successful singer, he is also known for highly acclaimed music composer, song writer, and actor and is one of the finest singers in Nepal. Satya Raj Acharya needs no introduction. The man who refined Nepali music and is the pride of the entire nation and also the idol of many newly upcoming talent of Nepal all over the world need no preamble. Satya Raj Acharya is also known for experimenting with his own style and image to over more than 1500 songs, composed for ten movies as a music director and sung more than 100 songs to Nepali movies. He has received praise from veteran singers like Ustad Gulam Ali Khan and Bhajan Samrat Anup Jalota. He has also collected numerous honors and awards,