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Yama Buddha, whose real name was Anil Adhikari, was a renowned Nepalese rapper and songwriter. He was born on May 30, 1987, in Dhankuta, Nepal, and tragically passed away on January 14, 2017, in London, UK. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Nepalese hip-hop, often referred to as the "King of Nephop". Yama Buddha's music often addressed social issues, poverty, and personal struggles, resonating deeply with his audience. Some of his popular songs include "Saathi," "Aama," "Yo Prasanga," and "Antya Ko Suruwat". He also created and hosted the rap battle show "Raw Barz," which played a significant role in promoting hip-hop culture in Nepal.  

Deepak Swopnil Shrestha is a versatile Nepali singer, composer, and music educator with over 2 decade of contribution to the Nepali music industry. With more than 100 recorded songs, he has released two pop‑adhunik albums, ‘Result’ and ‘Obtain’, and has composed a Newari album, a bhajan album, and two children’s music albums. Born in Dolakha Bazaar, he grew up inspired by his father’s singing and began performing in local competitions from a young age. He started his professional journey in 2054 BS, later moving to Kathmandu to study Eastern Classical Music at Lalit Kala Campus, earning a BMus degree. In 2060 BS, he represented Nepal at Zee TV’s ‘Saregama World Series’ in Dubai, gaining exposure to musical legends such as Ghulam Ali and Jagjit Singh. A dedicated teacher, he now teaches music in multiple schools.

Benup Chhetri is a Nepali singer and classical vocalist known for his refined vocal technique, his contributions to the Paleti/Nepalaya musical series, and his growing presence in Nepal’s contemporary music scene. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Classical Music and has trained in classical vocal under respected music teacher Chandi Raj Kafle, grounding his singing in strong traditional discipline and melodic clarity.

Diwakar Khadka is a renowned Nepali singer and actor who has significantly contributed to the Nepali music and film industry. From an early age, he showed immense talent in performing arts, winning the prestigious Nepal Chalchitra Kalakar Sangh award in 2050 B.S. for his role as a child artist in Hijo Aaja Bholi. Musical Journey Diwakar Khadka has released several songs and albums that have gained popularity among Nepali audiences. Some of his well-known songs include: Aama ra Babu le Rojeko Batti Bali Kaha Khoju Ma Kalpana ko Naulo Sansar Tadai Bata Dekhda His albums include: Best of Diwakar Khadka (Distributor: Melody Time) Timi Harayau Kata (Distributor: Indreni Cassette, New Road) His journey in music was greatly influenced by notable figures such as Kamal Chhetri and Murari Thapa, who helped him pass his first voice test at Radio Nepal. Additionally, his first co-singer, Shanti Shah, played a vital role in shaping his musical career. Acting Career Besides music, Diwakar Khadka has also made his mark in the Nepali film industry. Some of the movies he has acted in include: Jeevan Rekha Gareeb Hatiyar Sundar Mero Naam Nametine Ghau (Directed by Bijay Thapa) At just 11 years old, he had the opportunity to meet and work with legendary Bollywood actress Mala Sinha during the shooting of the Nepali film Maitighar in Pokhara. International Exposure Diwakar Khadka's career has taken him beyond Nepal, allowing him to travel to various countries, including the USA, Germany, the UK, Japan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and India. His travels have further enriched his musical and artistic experiences. With a career spanning music, film, and international exposure, Diwakar Khadka remains a celebrated artist in Nepal’s entertainment industry.