Menuka Poudel

First entry in music: with children's song in Radio Nepal competition in 1985 First playback singing: ka bata kachhuwa chorus/ (movie- chot) First solo song: kasari samjhu ma( album-Bina Mausam ko Barsaat/1989) First solo album: Ragini (2003) No of songs: around 300 (nepali, newari, hindi, punjabi) No of album released: 22 First visualised Song: chithi pathauchhu (2003) Musical tours: -inside Nepal : Pokhara, Narayanghat, Nepalgunj, Solukhumbu, -outside Nepal: London,Bombay, Scotland, Switzerland,Beijing(china), Dubai Prizes won: Different prizes in cultural progrms by different organisations. NYC Celebrity singer of the Year 2006 in UK, Global motion picture award 2019 Dubai Recent released album: Revival(2014) Recently performed first solo program SUR SADHANA on magh 26 2076 at Sanskritik sansthan,nachghar, Jamal

Ustad Bhairav Bahadur Thapa (1925 June 30 AD / 1982 Ashar 16 BS, Kuleshwor, Kathmandu) was a pioneering Nepali composer, vocalist, and mentor whose influence shaped the foundation of modern Nepali music. He introduced and guided many of Nepal’s celebrated singers, lyricists, and composers including the legendary Tara Devi into their musical journeys.Thapa began his professional musical journey around 2005 BS (1948/49 AD), marking the start of a prolific career. Over the decades, he composed music for nearly 1,000 songs and recorded vocals for more than 500 songs, establishing the artistic and technical standards of Nepali modern music.Alongside music, he performed in numerous Radio Nepal dramas and acted in films such as Hijo Aaja Bholi, Aama, and Manko Baadh. His daughter Bhuvan Thapa, the lead actress of Nepal’s first feature film Aama, was also a singer with around fifty recorded songs.In 2022 BS (1965 AD), during the Grand Music Conference held in Kathmandu, King Mahendra honored him with the prestigious title “Ustad.” Ustad Bhairav Bahadur Thapa passed away on 2039 Poush 18 BS (1983 January 2 AD), leaving behind an enduring legacy in Nepali music and performing arts.

Yatiraj Adhikari is a respected Nepali violinist, music educator, and classical performer from Dang, Nepal. He serves as a Lecturer at Sirjana College of Fine Arts and an Assistant Professor of Music at Lalit Kala Campus, Nepal’s premier fine arts institution. With a deep foundation in Hindustani classical music, Yatiraj is known for his soulful violin renditions of ragas such as Bihag and Bageshree, often performed in both solo and collaborative settings. He is also a core member of Sampada (The Heritage) Band, a group dedicated to preserving and innovating traditional Nepali music. His performances—featured on platforms like Aashram Music and in international venues such as Frankfurt—highlight his technical finesse and emotional depth. Beyond performance, Yatiraj is committed to nurturing the next generation of musicians through teaching, workshops, and cultural research, making him a vital force in Nepal’s evolving musical heritage.

Kandara Band, also known simply as Kandara, is a musical group from Pokhara, Nepal. The band formed in 1994 and takes its name from the Nepalese word for “a gorge or a cave in the middle of remote hills or mountains.” They have been instrumental in establishing the folk-pop genre within the Nepalese music industry. Some of their popular songs include: “Lekaki Hey Maya”: A soulful track that resonated with listeners. “Hongkong Pokhara”: This song gained fame beyond Pokhara and Nepal, becoming popular among migrant Nepalese worldwide. “Tagaroma Rumal Rakhi”: A hit that rejuvenated the band after an 8-year break. Kandara collaborates with renowned Nepalese poets and lyricists to create meaningful lyrics. Their music emphasizes themes of nationalism, love, and nature. Recently, they made a comeback with the album featuring the popular song “Bhedi Gothaima”. 🎵🌟 If you’d like to explore their music, you can find it on platforms like Spotify or Apple Music. 🎶