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A Name who has over the years established himself as a genuine contender for the ‘best thing to happen’ to Nepali Sangeet in recent times is Alok Shree. One such name who has over the years established himself as a genuine contender for the ‘best thing to happen’ to Nepali Sugam Sangeet in recent times is a musician of immense reputation, Alok Shree. So, it did not come as a surprise when he was deservedly awarded by 'Narayan Gopal Smriti Prathisthan' with the prestigious 'Naryan Gopal Smriti Samman award' for his contributions. Alok Shree, who has launched over a dozen successful singers is also credited for rejuvenating the once sagging careers of singers with the likes of Ramkrishna Dhakal and Yam Baral topping the list. His musical prowess, however, has not been limited within the confines of Nepal for he in the past has been instrumental in bringing the legendary Indian ghazal singer Jagjit Singh into the forefront of Nepali music, not to mention Udit Narayan Jha often singing to his tunes.

(Music Director • Composer • Arranger • Nepali Contemporary Music Creator) SD Yogi is a Nepali music director, composer, and arranger known for his melodic sensibility, modern sound design, and emotionally engaging musical style. Active in Nepal’s contemporary music scene, he has worked across commercial songs, digital releases, and collaborative studio projects, earning recognition for clean arrangements and youth‑friendly compositions. Yogi’s music blends Nepali pop, soft rock, folk‑fusion, and cinematic elements, creating a signature sound that appeals to both mainstream and digital audiences. His growing catalog includes romantic, sentimental, and motivational tracks, often praised for their lyrical clarity and smooth melodic flow.

Hari Lamsal is a singer and music composer of Nepal. He has given music to many songs including Paranai Dinchhu, Paniko Foka Jastai, Kasle Suruwaat, Parda Pachhadi, Najau tadha, Ma ta ekkaisau sadi, Timilai Kehi Hudai Nahos etc.

Utpal Kandel is a Nepali music composer, teacher, and media composer whose work spans Bollywood, Hollywood, and contemporary Nepali music. He served as Music Producer and Orchestrator for the highest‑grossing Hindi film “Dhurandhar”, and has contributed to major projects including “Bads of Bollywood,” “Kesari Chapter 2,” and “Article 370.” His international portfolio includes a collaboration with two‑time award‑winning Hollywood composer Art Phillips. Now based in Australia, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music and has performed at the Sydney Opera House, proudly representing Nepali culture on a global stage.