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Kengal Mehar Shrestha (also known as Kenjal Mehar Shrestha) is a brilliant singer of Nepal. She gained huge fame when she participated in Nepal Idol Season 1. she was the top ten finalists in the season 1 of Nepal Idol 2017. Kengal Mehar Shrestha has her own band named ‘Type III’. Similarly, she also has an official YouTube channel named ‘Kengal Mehar Shrestha official’.

Buddhi Bahadur Pariyar was a gifted Nepali folk composer whose song “Resham Firiri” became a cultural anthem. Born in Pokhara, Pariyar grew up immersed in the rhythms of village life. In 1972, he composed “Resham Firiri Resham Firiri”, inspired by the hills and daily joys of Nepali people. The song was recorded in 1974 by Sunder Shrestha and Dwarika Lal Joshi, and quickly gained national fame. Its catchy tune and relatable lyrics made it a favorite among street performers, travelers, and diaspora communities. Despite its popularity, Pariyar remained largely uncredited, highlighting the struggles of folk creators in Nepal’s music industry. His work reflects the soul of Nepali folk traditions—simple, melodic, and deeply rooted in lived experience. “Resham Firiri” continues to echo across generations, symbolizing the enduring charm of Nepal’s musical heritage.

Kamal K Chhetri is a Nepali Singer, Composer & Lyricist who started his first recording song in 2000 with the titled "Jalai diye Huncha" in a collection album called "Jhari". He came into limelight after the successful hit of titled track "Nachana" song of a solo Nachana album released in 2006. His solo hits "I love you " were hugely applauded by the audience in 2014 and "I love you too" in 2016. Since then he released a solo song and finally he released his fourth album "Bunga Lafa" in 2019. Despite the fame, he took long breaks to complete his study and Finally he came with the second and third album "Nachana Volume 2" in 2012 and "Ma Runna Bhanthey" in 2013 consecutively. Kamal K Chhetri is born on May 31st, 1984, in Hetauda-9 Makawanpur from a father Late Gyan Bir Chhetri and Mother Gayatri Parajuli. He is one of the versatile singers who started his carrier from slow pop-rock to R&B, Classical, Pop, and Adhunik. He is an experimental singer and always tries to do something new with his music.

Laboni Chakraborty is a talented Nepali classical singer originally from Kolkata, India. She has made a significant impact on Nepal’s contemporary classical music scene, captivating audiences with her soulful renditions. She is also a judge on the Mero Voice Universe talent show.  Early Life & Education Laboni Chakraborty grew up in a musical family, where her father and relatives were singers. She began learning music at the age of five under the guidance of Baishali Juardhar. Later, she trained under Ajoy Chakrabarty, a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist, for ten years. She pursued her academic degree in music at Rabindra Bharati University, where she was a gold medalist in her master’s program. Career & Contributions Despite her strong musical foundation in India, Laboni Chakraborty chose to work in Nepal, where she has become one of the most respected classical singers. She teaches music at Lalit Kala Campus, Tribhuvan University, and runs her own music school, Raagrup, where she mentors aspiring musicians. She has performed in various prestigious events, including the Yalamaya Classic, where her rendition of Vilambit and Madhya Khayal in Raag Todi received a standing ovation. Popular Works Laboni Chakraborty has released several classical and contemporary songs. Some of her notable performances include: "Dhuwa Dhulo" – A song released in 2024 "Raag Puriya Kalyan" – A classical vocal performance. "Yo Jindagi" – A song released in 2024