Purna Rai

Bidhan Shrestha represents the younger generation of Nepali music. He is known for his unique vocal performance and song selection. Growing up in a musical family, Bidhan groomed himself under the mentorship of his father, Bijay Shrestha, a renowned musician and lyricist based in Sunsari. Later, he further honed his skills under the guidance of Ambar Gurung. You can listen to his music on platforms like Spotify, where he has around 11.2K monthly listeners. Some of his popular songs include: “Yo Naniko Siraima”: Originally sung by Permdhoj Pradhan, Bidhan Shrestha covered this song in a Nepali Adhunik style. “Kanchhi Ko Allare Joban”: Another track by Bidhan Shrestha “Gyan Bahadur Choro”: Yet another song by Bidhan Shrestha

Binay Karki– Music composer, arranger, and founder of Aarohi Beats; frontman of Thunga Band and featured artist on The Voice of Nepal Season 2, known for songs such as Sapana, Aakhale Matra Hoin, Kin Chhin Chhin, No Entry, Mayama Ghaat 2, Ex Lover, and the upcoming Naya Naya

Chandra Kumar Rasaili, popularly known as CK Rasaili, is a Nepali musician, composer, and lyricist. He was born in Baluchistan, Pakistan, while his father was serving in the British Army. He later studied in Meghalaya, India, where he played in an orchestra before moving to Nepal. Rasaili gained recognition after performing at Rastriya Nach Ghar during King Mahendra’s birthday celebration, where the King personally gave him a song to compose. He has worked with Radio Nepal and composed music for Nepal Police and Nepal Army. His contributions to Nepali music earned him prestigious awards, including the Narayan Gopal Memorial Award (2017) and the Natikaji National Music Award. Some of his notable songs include: Premko Mala Kasari Ma Bhuleu Aankha Dekhi Ojhel Jannma Garidein Kahilekahi Ma Haschu Dukheko Dil His compositions reflect themes of love, nostalgia, and cultural identity, making them resonate deeply with audiences.

Jhalakman Gandharva (झलकमान गन्धर्व) was a pioneering Nepali folk singer who popularized Gaine Geet, giving voice to Nepal’s marginalized Gandharbha community. Born on July 29, 1935, in Batulochaur, Pokhara, Jhalakman began singing at age nine, traveling village to village with his sarangi. He became the first Gaine artist to record songs, transforming oral traditions into mass media. His haunting ballads, especially “Aamale Sodhlin Ni”, mourned the death of Nepali soldiers abroad and resonated deeply across generations. Active from 1965 until his death in 2003, he recorded over 100 songs, blending folk and classical styles. His music preserved indigenous narratives and challenged caste-based exclusion, earning him national reverence. Jhalakman’s legacy lives on as a cultural bridge—his voice remains a symbol of dignity, sorrow, and resilience.