Bharati Sitaula

Bidhan Shrestha represents the younger generation of Nepali music. He is known for his unique vocal performance and song selection. Growing up in a musical family, Bidhan groomed himself under the mentorship of his father, Bijay Shrestha, a renowned musician and lyricist based in Sunsari. Later, he further honed his skills under the guidance of Ambar Gurung. You can listen to his music on platforms like Spotify, where he has around 11.2K monthly listeners. Some of his popular songs include: “Yo Naniko Siraima”: Originally sung by Permdhoj Pradhan, Bidhan Shrestha covered this song in a Nepali Adhunik style. “Kanchhi Ko Allare Joban”: Another track by Bidhan Shrestha “Gyan Bahadur Choro”: Yet another song by Bidhan Shrestha

Ustad Asha Gopal was a respected classical vocalist from Kathmandu and the father of Swor Samrat Narayan Gopal. He was deeply involved in the devotional music culture of New Road, Kilagal, and surrounding temple areas, where he regularly led and participated in bhajan–kirtan traditions. During Narayan Gopal’s childhood, Ustad Asha Gopal often took him along to these bhajan mandalis, where the young Narayan accompanied the ensemble on basic instruments, absorbing classical discipline and devotional musical structure from an early age.Although formal recordings of Ustad Asha Gopal have not been found, his influence is widely acknowledged in oral histories. His grounding in classical and devotional music shaped the early musical environment that nurtured Narayan Gopal’s sense of melody, discipline, and vocal purity. Researchers consider him an important figure in Kathmandu’s traditional music circles of the early 20th century.

Paras Gazmer was a respected Nepali musician, composer, lyricist, and singer from Darjeeling, celebrated for his emotionally powerful songwriting and his unique ability to translate personal struggle into deeply moving music. Despite losing his eyesight at the age of one and a half due to measles, he rose to become one of the most influential musical voices of the Darjeeling hills.Born in Tindharey, Kurseong in 1962, Paras studied at the Kalimpong Blind School, where he learned guitar and developed his musical foundation. Entirely self‑taught, he composed, wrote, and arranged his own songs, drawing inspiration from lived experience, inner emotion, and the philosophy that “our sweetest songs are those that tell of saddest thought.”He gained widespread recognition with his acclaimed albums Sanjha Ko Gham (1993) and Mero Bhagya (1999), both of which left a lasting mark on Nepali music. His compositions often explored themes of longing, hardship, and the inner world of the differently‑abled, resonating deeply with audiences across Nepal, Darjeeling, Sikkim, and the Nepali diaspora.Paras Gazmer performed extensively across the hills and neighboring regions and was honored by various cultural organizations for his contributions. His legacy continues to be remembered as that of a musical icon who transformed adversity into art.

Purnima Lama is a talented Nepali singer known for her captivating voice and engaging performances. She has made significant contributions to the Nepali music industry with her soulful renditions and unique style. Career Highlights Popular Songs: Some of her notable songs include "Phool Bhanau Jindagi," "Dada Pari Mero Maya," "Sacho Maya," "Mutu Jali Kharani Bho," and "Eklo Bhaye Ma". Music Videos: Purnima has released several music videos that have gained popularity on platforms like YouTube. Awards: She has received recognition for her work, including the Bindhwasini Music Award and the Dohori Pratishthan honor