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Dhiraj Rai , popularly known as the Stage King, is a legendary Nepali singer, songwriter, and musician from Khotang, Nepal. He began his musical journey in 1990 with the song “Luki Luki”, which marked the start of a vibrant career in Nepali pop and rock music. Known for his electrifying stage presence and heartfelt lyrics, Dhiraj Rai became a household name with hits like “Timi Ruda Eklai Huda”, “Mysterious Girl”, and “Himal Najhuke Samma”. His albums such as Premi, Prithak, and Buddha Was Born in Nepal reflect his versatility and deep connection to Nepali identity and global themes. Rai’s music often explores love, longing, and national pride, blending Western rock influences with Nepali sentiment. With over three decades in the industry, he remains a beloved figure and a pioneer of modern Nepali pop-rock.

Nipesh Dhaka (born 6 October 1981, Pokhara) is a Nepali environmentalist, lyricist, and music composer recognized for his large‑scale environmental music projects and documentary work. He is the creator, lyricist, music composer, and director of the globally recognized environmental anthem “Melancholy,” recorded by 365 Nepali artists at Radio Nepal on 19 May 2016, a project that later achieved the Guinness World Record for “Most Vocal Solos in a Song Recording.”Dhaka holds an M.A./M.Sc. and pursued further studies in Landscape Management, Soil and Water Management at the Technical University of Munich. He has been active since 1999, working across music, environmental advocacy, cinematography, and social campaigns.As the director of SEEM Nepal, he has led multiple environmental awareness initiatives, including research‑based documentaries such as Himalaya Calls (2015), Melancholy (2017), and Rodhan (2017), which explore biodiversity loss, climate change, and sustainable development across Nepal’s ecological regions.His environmental anthem Melancholy was released on 2 September 2017 by President Bidya Devi Bhandari and certified by Guinness World Records on 1 February 2018. The project featured national icons including Madhav Prasad Ghimire, Udit Narayan Jha, Madan Krishna Shrestha, Hari Bansha Acharya, Prem Dhoj Pradhan, Sambhujeet Baskota, and Rajesh Payal Rai.Dhaka describes himself as an “Environmental Fighter”, working through music, research, and public campaigns to raise awareness on climate issues.

Govinda Sunar is a Nepali film artist and actor known for his growing presence in contemporary Nepali cinema. He has appeared in several notable films, portraying grounded, character‑driven roles that reflect everyday Nepali life and social realities. His performances in Prakash (2022), The Shameless (2024), and Modibeni Gopi (2024) have established him as a subtle yet impactful screen presence.In addition to acting, Govinda has contributed to the Nepali film industry through casting work, serving as a casting assistant and casting director for films such as The Shameless (2024) and Mirai (2025).He is also part of the ensemble cast of the upcoming Nepali feature film Lalibazar (2026), directed by Yam Thapa, further expanding his footprint in mainstream cinema.