Gautam Ratna Tuladhar

Alish Rai is a Nepali comedian, actor, model, director, and video creator, widely recognized as one of Nepal’s leading prank stars. Rising to fame through his self‑titled YouTube channels, he creates prank videos, comedy sketches, short movies, dance‑based content, and social‑awareness pranks that have garnered millions of views and a large following.Born in Gaighat, Nepal on 20 November 1994, he later moved to Kathmandu, where he completed a Bachelor of Business Studies and began building his on‑screen career. Alongside prank content, he has appeared as an actor in TV series such as Malamal and 16 Duna 8, and features in music videos and short films, often directing or co‑conceptualizing his own projects.

Jayananda Lama (1956–2020) was a respected Nepali singer, actor, and cultural contributor known for his powerful folk‑based vocal style and memorable performances in Nepali cinema. A graduate of Lalit Kala Campus and an advocate of Nepali folk heritage, he recorded numerous hit songs and appeared in several films, earning recognition for his natural acting and deep musical understanding. His work blended authenticity, humor, and cultural storytelling, making him one of the beloved figures in Nepali performing arts.

Shiva Shankar Manandhar (1932–2004) was a legendary figure in Nepali music and cinema, celebrated for his versatility as a singer, composer, and actor. Born in Newroad, Kathmandu, to a musically inclined Newar family, his early exposure to classical Newari songs through his father, Man Bahadur, laid the foundation for his lifelong devotion to music. He joined Radio Nepal in 1951, where he collaborated with Nati Kaji to shape the golden era of Nepali music. Over his prolific career, he composed around 1,200 songs and sang nearly 300, spanning genres like love ballads, bhajans, patriotic anthems, and tragic melodies. His compositions for artists such as Narayan Gopal, Tara Devi, and Aruna Lama remain timeless. 🎬 In cinema, Shiva Shankar played the lead role of Lahure Dai in Aama (1964), Nepal’s first feature film. Though he didn’t pursue acting further, he composed music for several early Nepali films, contributing to the industry's formative sound. 🎶 Sadabahar (Evergreen) Songs: Aama ko sapana – a heartfelt tribute to motherhood Yo Nepali shir uchali – a patriotic anthem Timro lagi ma birsine – a romantic classic His music blended folk traditions with orchestral arrangements, pioneering modern Nepali pop while preserving cultural authenticity. Shiva Shankar received numerous national honors and served as Executive Director of Ratna Recording Corporation (1987–1991). Even post-retirement, he remained a guardian of Nepal’s musical soul.