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Surendra Shrestha is a Nepali music composer, arranger, and singer known for creating original modern, festive, and devotional songs. Working from Sur Melody Recording Studio, Chhetrapati, he writes, composes, and arranges his own music, giving his work a distinct melodic and emotional signature. His releases—ranging from romantic to spiritual—feature clean arrangements, balanced instrumentation, and expressive vocals that reflect his identity as a self‑sufficient contemporary artist.

Manaraja Nakarmi is a Nepali musician and music director known for his extensive work in Nepal Bhasa, Nepali Aadhunik, Bhajan, and national songs. Active since the 2010s, he has composed and arranged music for numerous songs across genres, including Nepal Bhasa classics, modern Nepali pop, devotional Krishna and Buddha bhajans, and patriotic works. His credits include compositions for artists such as Mohan Shakya, Asha Nakarmi, Bishwo Nepali, Mira Rana, and Kumar Kancha, along with multiple self‑produced releases on his YouTube channel.

Krishna Bhakta Rai is a Nepali singer, music arranger, and composer known for his contributions to Nepali folk and contemporary music. He has arranged and performed numerous songs, including popular hits like "Murali Tiriri", "Binayo Kongkong Malaya Hongkong", and "Man Ka Sabai Kura Garchu". His music blends traditional Nepali sounds with modern arrangements, making him a respected figure in the industry. He has lived in Kathmandu and Dharan, Nepal, where he continues to be active in the music scene.

Shila Bahadur Moktan is a veteran Nepali music director, arranger, composer, and multi‑instrumentalist, celebrated for more than five decades of contribution to Nepali music. He is regarded as one of the most respected figures in modern and folk‑influenced Nepali music, known for his refined arrangements, melodic sensibility, and mastery of multiple instruments.Born and raised in Darjeeling, he received formal classical training under J.C. Rai, which shaped his foundation as a composer and instrumentalist. His first recorded song, “Aakha Kahile Najudos,” was broadcast on All India Radio, Kurseong, in the 1980s .Shila Bahadur Moktan has contributed to over 1,200 songs, working as a composer, arranger, and instrumentalist across genres ranging from folk to adhunik Nepali music. His notable early works include folk songs such as “Hoina Maile Dhakeko Badulki Lageko” and “Topi Hataile Bunera,” and the modern classic “Kahile Kahi Malai Pani Herideuna Pharkera,” a song that introduced both Kunti Moktan (vocals) and Shila Bahadur (music) to the Nepali music scene .He is married to legendary singer Kunti Moktan, and together they are considered pillars of Nepali music. Their daughters Subani Moktan and Shital Moktan are also successful musicians, continuing the family’s artistic legacy .After retiring from Music Nepal, Shila Bahadur initially planned to step back from active work, but his passion for music kept him fully engaged in composing, arranging, and performing. He continues to appear in concerts, including the Paleti Series, where he performs his own compositions and vocals .With nearly 50 years in music, he remains an influential figure whose arrangements, compositions, and instrumental work have shaped generations of Nepali music lovers.