Jayananda Lama

Ram Keshar Bogati was a Nepali film artist who began his acting career in the late 1990s and became known for his natural, grounded performance style. Active across social and dramatic cinema, he built a reputation for sincerity, discipline, and emotionally honest roles. Bogati passed away on October 9, 2018 (Tuesday) at the age of 58 after a tragic accident near his home in Tikathali. His contribution to Nepali cinema remains appreciated for its simplicity, authenticity, and dedication to the craft.

Hira Devi Waiba (1940–2011) was a pioneering Nepali folk singer whose voice became the soul of traditional Nepali music. Born in Ambootia, Darjeeling, she was the first artist to professionally record Nepali folk songs, including the first-ever Tamang Selo track “Chura ta Hoina Astura.” Her career spanned over four decades, during which she recorded more than 300 songs and worked with prestigious platforms like All India Radio, BBC, and His Master’s Voice. She was the first Nepali folk artist to be signed by Music Nepal and remains the only Grade A folk singer with All India Radio. Her timeless songs like “Phariya Lyaaidiyechan” and “Ramri Ta Ramri” continue to resonate across generations. After her passing in 2011, her children Navneet and Satya Aditya Waiba revived her legacy through the tribute project Ama Lai Shraddhanjali. Hira Devi Waiba remains a cultural icon and guardian of Nepali folk heritage.

Murali Dhar is a veteran singer, composer, and lyricist from Radio Nepal’s golden era. He has sung over 100 Nepali songs, along with numerous tracks in Hindi, Maithili, and Bhojpuri. Some of his most beloved songs include: "Uḍāyo Sapana Sabai Hurīle" (“The storm blew away all dreams”) "Niṣṭhurīle Māyā Garī Āphainlāī Rogī Banāyo" (“The cruel one loved and made me sick”) "Pahāḍko Pallō Ḍāḍāmā Cha Sānō Gāũ" (“There’s a small village on the far hill”) He also collaborated with Udit Narayan Jha, lending his voice to folk-style songs like "Āmāile Bhanthē Dhārāko Pānī" (“Mother used to say, water from the spout…”), which became iconic in Nepali households. Murali Dhar is not only a singer but also a popular actor, known for playing villainous and negative roles in many Nepali films. He has acted in several Hindi movies as well. His film credits include: Hindi film: Mr. India Nepali films: Samjhana, Saino, Kanyadaan, Pirati, among others He has also been involved in producing Bhojpuri and Maithili films His songs "Uḍāyo Sapana Sabai Hurīle…" and "Āmāile Bhanthē Dhārāko Pānī…" are considered timeless classics, instantly recognizable to most Nepalis.

Ram Krishna Bajgain is a Nepali film artist active since 1994, known for his work as an actor, producer, audiographer, and later as a director. He has contributed to Nepali cinema across multiple roles, appearing in notable films such as Dakshina (1994), Balidan (1997), Thuldai (1999), Saait (2000), Karma (2001), and others.As a producer, he worked on films including Dakshina (1994), Dautari (1998), Thuldai (1999), Jange (2000), and Karma (2001). He has also served as an audiographer in films like Thuldai (1999) and Lavkush (2006).Bajgain later expanded into direction, directing Sworga Mero Gau (2018). He is recognized for his long, multi‑disciplinary contribution to Nepali cinema, especially during the 1990s–2000s era.