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Balanda Rai

@balandarai · Music Director, Music Arranger

Balanda Rai (बालन्द राई) is a singer and music director. He is also a successful music arranger who has spent 20 years in music. He has contributed a lot to folk songs and modern songs. He has contributed to more than 3,000 songs.

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Balanda Rai (बालन्द राई) is a singer and music director. He is also a successful music arranger who has spent 20 years in music. He has contributed a lot to folk songs and modern songs. He ha...

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