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Sukmit Gurung, originally Sukmit Ongmu Lepcha, is a Nepali singer known for her contributions to modern classical Nepali music. She was born in Gangtok, Sikkim, and later settled in Nepal. Her musical journey began when she won a voice contest organized by Radio Nepal, which helped her establish herself in the Nepali music industry. She debuted in Ambar Gurung's musical play "Malati Mangale", and her first recorded song was "Sunchadi Bhanda Mahango", a duet with Om Bikram Bista. Some of her most popular songs include "Priyatam", "Relimai", "Pal Pal", and "Dhoka Dieu Timile". She has sung over 400 songs, collaborating with renowned musicians like Gopal Yonzon, Ambar Gurung, and Sambhujeet Baskota. Beyond Nepali music, she has also performed in Newari and Japanese and represented Nepal in the ABU Golden Kite WSF 1990, an international music festival. She has contributed to charity performances in Nepal and abroad and worked as an assistant music director at Nepal Pragya Prathisthan, a government organization promoting Nepali literature, music, and culture.

Sunil Singh Thakuri's passion for music ignited during his school years, where he began by mimicking popular singers. Encouraged by friends and family who recognized his vocal talent, he transitioned from casual performances to a professional music career. His debut song, "Mutuma Timilai", marked the beginning of his journey as a recording artist. This track laid the foundation for his first solo album, "Crazy Hat", released in 2007. The album featured a mix of love and emotional songs, with "Bhuli Bhuli Deu" earning a nomination for Best New Artist at the 10th Annual Tuborg Image Awards. Building on this success, Sunil released his second album, "Crazy Hat 2 – Ghatana Ghatyo", in 2008. The title track, "Ghatana Ghatyo", became a significant hit, showcasing his versatility and deepening his presence in the Nepali music scene. The song's popularity was bolstered by its engaging music video, which resonated with audiences nationwide. In recent years, Sunil has continued to evolve as an artist, releasing several singles that reflect his growth and adaptability. Notable among these are: "Sustari" "Baby Sunana" "Ghanta Jasto Love" "Nagoya Song" These tracks demonstrate his ability to blend traditional Nepali musical elements with contemporary styles, appealing to a broad audience.

Santosh Shrestha (born February 3, 1981, Ghorahi, Dang) is a celebrated Nepali music director, composer, singer, and songwriter, widely recognized for his extraordinary linguistic versatility and prolific contribution to Nepali music. He is a Guinness World Record holder, honored for composing music in 12 world languages and later breaking his own record by writing music in 50 languages.Shrestha has composed over 700 film tunes and hundreds of folk songs, making him one of Nepal’s most recorded music directors. His works have been recorded in 14 languages, including Nepali, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, English, Russian, Korean, French, Spanish, Italian, German, and Thai.His popular songs include “Timile Parai Thane Pachhi,” “Aauchhi Bhani Nisthuri Le,” “Timile Bhulna Sake Pani,” and “Timro Dilma Chot Lagda.”Shrestha has released numerous albums such as Chinaari (2062 BS), Sadhana (2066 BS), Sangam (2067 BS), Garima (2067 BS), Jhalak (2067 BS), Miteri (2068 BS), Gunjan (2070 BS), and Surakshya (2078 BS).

Balen Shah's a Nepali rapper, structural engineer, and politician. Balen Shah gained popularity with his rap music, addressing social issues and calling for change. In a surprising turn of events, he was elected as the Mayor of Kathmandu in 2022. He's known for his efforts in urban development and transparency in governance.