Kamala Shrestha

Paras Gazmer was a respected Nepali musician, composer, lyricist, and singer from Darjeeling, celebrated for his emotionally powerful songwriting and his unique ability to translate personal struggle into deeply moving music. Despite losing his eyesight at the age of one and a half due to measles, he rose to become one of the most influential musical voices of the Darjeeling hills.Born in Tindharey, Kurseong in 1962, Paras studied at the Kalimpong Blind School, where he learned guitar and developed his musical foundation. Entirely self‑taught, he composed, wrote, and arranged his own songs, drawing inspiration from lived experience, inner emotion, and the philosophy that “our sweetest songs are those that tell of saddest thought.”He gained widespread recognition with his acclaimed albums Sanjha Ko Gham (1993) and Mero Bhagya (1999), both of which left a lasting mark on Nepali music. His compositions often explored themes of longing, hardship, and the inner world of the differently‑abled, resonating deeply with audiences across Nepal, Darjeeling, Sikkim, and the Nepali diaspora.Paras Gazmer performed extensively across the hills and neighboring regions and was honored by various cultural organizations for his contributions. His legacy continues to be remembered as that of a musical icon who transformed adversity into art.

Bijay Lama is a Nepali singer known for his contributions to the Tamang Selo genre. He has released several popular songs, including "Nakhanu Pani Tongba Ko" and "Khasa Bazar," which are well-loved by his fans. Bijay Lama continues to be active in the Nepali music scene, captivating audiences with his melodious voice and heartfelt performances

Bhawanicharan Das – Singer (Early Recording Era)Bhawanicharan Das is listed as an Early Recording Era artist with 2 recorded songs from BS 1992 (AD 1935/1936). Further personal and musical details remain incomplete.

Khemchand – Singer (Early Recording Era)Khemchand was an Early Recording Era vocalist with 2 to 4 songs recorded in BS 1992 (AD 1935/1936). Other personal and musical information remains incomplete.