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Miss Dulari – Singer (Disciple of Melawa Devi)Also a disciple of Melawa Devi, Miss Dulari recorded 2 songs in BS 1988 (AD 1931/1932). Beyond this, no additional information is available. She is regarded as one of the early women who helped preserve traditional vocal styles through recorded music.

Bigyani Parajuli is a talented Nepali singer known for her soulful voice and captivating performances. She has been involved in various musical projects, including songs like "Kasari Ma Bhule" , "Timilai Samjhera" , and "Batas Jhai" . Her music often explores themes of love and longing, resonating deeply with her audience. You can check out her performances on platforms like YouTube to get a taste of her musical journey. 🎶

Born on April 14, 1977, in Byasi, Bhaktapur, she is the eldest daughter of Krishna Bdr Rajchal and Purna Kesari Rajchal. Growing up in a musically inclined family, she was inspired by her father’s love for the harmonium. Her musical journey began early—by class four, she was already performing in school programs and learning harmonium under Hari Prasad Bati. She completed her schooling at Prabhat English Boarding School and Sharda Secondary School, and later earned a bachelor’s degree from Lalit Kala Campus. Her passion for music led her to Rabindra Bharati University in Kolkata, where she earned a second bachelor's degree, followed by a master’s degree at Lalit Kala Campus upon her return to Nepal. She also holds a vocal diploma from Pragya Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad. During her studies in India, she had the opportunity to perform with an orchestra group on Rabindranath Tagore’s birthday, a turning point that helped shape her musical identity. It was in college that she discovered the sitar, an instrument that would become her primary medium of expression. Her professional career officially began in 2004 with the recording of her first song. In 2005, she released her debut album, "The Tradition", and followed it with "Talking Strings" in 2012, showcasing her evolving artistry and mastery of the sitar. Between these releases, she actively toured cities across Nepal and India, including Nepalgunj, Pune, Jharkhand, Nagpur, and Kolkata, bringing her music to diverse audiences. Her journey reflects a deep commitment to classical music and a lifelong dedication to preserving and sharing its beauty through performance and education.

Madan Pariyar was a renowned Nepali music composer, arranger, instrumentalist, and singer who made significant contributions to Nepali music and film. He is widely recognized as Nepal’s first music arranger, known for his exceptional skill as an accordion player and for his innovative musical arrangements. Throughout his career, he composed music for numerous songs recorded at Radio Nepal, arranged music for many popular tracks, and performed as a talented instrumentalist in various recordings.Pariyar also worked as the music director for the film Aadarsha Nari (1984). His daughter, Sapana Shree, is also a well-known Nepali singer. Through his work as a composer, arranger, and musician, Madan Pariyar remains remembered as one of the respected pioneers who helped shape modern Nepali music.