Rajan Raj Shiwakoti

Gopal Yonjan (1943–1997) was a towering figure in Nepali music—an accomplished singer, lyricist, music director, arranger, flutist, and multi-instrumentalist. Born in Darjeeling, India, he began his musical journey with the flute, winning accolades as a young performer. His deep study of Nepali folk, Rabindra Sangeet, and classical traditions shaped a career that spanned over three decades and more than 2,000 compositions. Yonjan moved to Kathmandu in 1967 to pursue his MA in Nepali and taught music at prestigious schools while composing for Radio Nepal, Nepal Police Club, and films. His partnership with Narayan Gopal is considered the golden era of Nepali modern music. He was known for blending poetic depth with rich orchestration, often writing, composing, and arranging his own songs. His works spanned genres—patriotic, romantic, philosophical, spiritual, and children's music. He was honored with the Gorkha Dakshin Bahu, Chinnalata Song Award, and multiple Best Music Director titles. His legacy continues to inspire generations of musicians and listeners.

Nishan Bhattarai (Nepali: निशान भट्टराई) (born June 12, 1996) is one of three finalists due to compete in the 'Nepal Idol' grand finale in Qatar on Sept 22. Nishan is a Nepali singer and a recent singing star who has become popular from a reality television singing competition Nepal Idol. He prominently sings in Nepali and Hindi languages. The Nepal Idol show, where he is one of the top three contestant is hosted by AP1 Television and it is part of the Idols franchise created by Simon Fuller. He is from the eastern part of Nepal. He was born and raised in a small town of Urlabari of Morang district. His father name is Nityananda Bhattarai and mother's name is Renuka Bhattarai. Currently, he is living in Kathmandu. At the age of 20, he became one of the top three contestants of Nepal Idol . He was also one of the top Five contestants of Singing Icon Nepal which was a reality singing competition organized by Nepal Television.

Pratap Das was interested in the music since his early childhood. One day when his school had preparing for the welfare program for his senior. Teachers and program organizer were looking for a singer for this program. So, his friend said that Pratap can sing a song because he is interested in the music. Everyone forced to sing a song on the stage. This was the first stage program where he sang a song. Later, he started to participate in the different musical competition. One of the most popular shows of that time Nepali Tara Season Three was a place which gave him a name in Nepali Music Industry. At that competition, Pratap had become a Third Runner Up. The name Pratap Das became a most popular after started the first season of Nepal’s number one musical reality shows Nepal Idol 2017. He was the second runner-up of this reality show.

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.