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Dharma Raj Thapa

@dharmarajthapa · Music Artists, Folk Singer

Dharma Raj Thapa, honored with the title Jana Kabi Keshari, was a legendary Nepali folk singer and poet. Born in 1924 in Pokhara, Nepal, he became one of the most influential figures in Nepali folk music. His songs, such as Hariyo Danda Maathi and Ne...

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Dharma Raj Thapa, honored with the title Jana Kabi Keshari, was a legendary Nepali folk singer and poet. Born in 1924 in Pokhara, Nepal, he became one of the most influential figures in Nepali folk mu...

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Full NameDharma Raj Thapa
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Music Artists
Folk Singer
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Active Since1960

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66 yrs

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